French 18th Century Painted Pine Cabinet

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Made in France in the eighteenth century, this small painted pine cabinet comes from Uzes, in the south of France, … Read more Made in France in the eighteenth century, this small painted pine cabinet comes from Uzes, in the south of France, and retains a painted patina. Painted pine cabinets of this kind were practical pieces of provincial French furniture, used for the storage of household items. The painted patina gives the cabinet a soft, aged surface, while the small scale makes it versatile. As a cabinet, the piece provides enclosed storage behind its door, suited to a kitchen, hall, sitting room, or bedroom. The painted finish and provincial form give it country character. Its eighteenth-century date and regional origin give it period interest. Suited to both country and plainer modern interiors, the cabinet combines practical storage with decorative form. As a small French painted pine cabinet from Uzes, it offers enclosed storage together with the soft, aged painted surface and honest provincial character of southern French country furniture, fitting comfortably into a range of rooms. See less