Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Corners Cabinets, Late 18th Century, Set of 2

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Each corner opens with a door, in developed quatrefoil veneer, underlined by fillets with Greek corners.
These doors, one of … Read more Each corner opens with a door, in developed quatrefoil veneer, underlined by fillets with Greek corners.
These doors, one of which opens to the right and the other to the left, feature mitered violet wood frames.
Each door is fitted with an authentic working lock with key and keyhole.
The mitered jambs are also veneered, developed with fillet and knot-patterned falls.
The protruding humped feet are dressed with sabots.
The interior features two fixed shelves.
Both pieces of furniture are topped with Royal Red marble.
This pair of tercentenary corner units, crafted according to the habits and customs of 18th-century cabinetmakers, will appeal to connoisseurs of fine furniture.

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Period: 2nd half 18th century

Excellent condition.
Stamped varnish.

Dimensions :
Width : 70 cm
Depth : 48.5 cm
Height : 86 cm See less