Provençal Bureau/Chest of Drawers, Louis XV Style, 19th Century - France
Small Provençal Bureau/Chest of Drawers
Style: Louis XV
Material: Wood
Period: 19th Century
Country of Origin: France
Good condition considering its age and use
Dimensions closed: 99.5 x 82 x 40 cm
Dimensions open: 99.5 x 82 x 72 cm
Exquisite small Provençal bureau or chest of drawers made in the 19th century in the Louis XV style. This lightweight desk stands on four galvanized legs. The front features a drawer with two handles at the bottom and two smaller drawers at the top, in addition to the fold-down writing tray. The keyholes and hinges are antique iron. This discreet fold-down front houses two small drawers and other compartments typical of a writing desk. A lightweight, practical, and versatile piece of furniture.
The Provençal style originated in France, in the Provence region, during the 18th century. It began its development following the principles of the sophisticated and opulent Louis XV style, but adapted to the mansions of the French countryside where the aristocracy, and later the bourgeoisie of the time, sought to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. These second homes aimed to serve as a kind of escape and respite from the hectic lives of these great aristocrats, so they opted for a comforting decor inspired by nature. It thus became a romantic break from the ostentatious palatial life of the court. This style draws inspiration from the natural beauty of its place of origin: rural spaces filled with vineyards, fields in bloom, and so on. The preferred material is wood, helping to create a warm and welcoming ambiance, typically with a weathered appearance.
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Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsWhiteMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height99 cmWidth82 cmDepth40 cmSigns of usageScratches