19th Century Louis XVI Stripped Oak and Ormolu Marble Top Buffet

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A beautiful example of Paris country design, this Louis XVI buffet blends Parisian elegance with the warmth and ease that … Read more A beautiful example of Paris country design, this Louis XVI buffet blends Parisian elegance with the warmth and ease that make French country interiors so inviting. Crafted in stripped oak, the piece has a soft, natural character, with lovely wood grain throughout, while the original sage-veined marble top adds a refined note of luxury above.
Jewelry-quality ormolu mounts, cast in bronze and gilded, bring just the right touch of French richness to the design. Garland motifs, fluted details, and tapered legs give the buffet its unmistakable Louis XVI character, while the overall silhouette remains tailored, graceful, and feminine. The side cabinet doors are fitted with decorative grille panels so favored in Paris country furniture, adding texture and allowing a glimpse inside, perfect for displaying porcelain, dishes, or linens.
This is the kind of piece that instantly gives a room a more collected and cultivated feeling. It carries the polish of Parisian design, yet the stripped oak keeps it approachable and easy to live with, whether used in a dining room, kitchen, or living space. A lovely balance of elegance, history, and French country charm.
Circa 1890s
Measures 40.5H x 71W x 24D
Available for pickup at our Dallas Design District Showroom in Dallas Texas See less