{"product_id":"a-19th-century-french-carved-blue-armoire","title":"A 19th Century French Carved Blue Armoire","description":"\u003ch2\u003e19th-Century French Distressed Blue Château Armoire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary \u003cb\u003e19th-century French painted armoire\u003c\/b\u003e, discovered in the cellar of an historic château in Northern France. Steeped in history and rustic elegance, this piece features classic Provincial styling with a beautifully weathered finish that only centuries of time can truly recreate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Provenance:\u003c\/b\u003e 19th-century Northern France; sourced directly from a French château cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish \u0026amp; Color:\u003c\/b\u003e Distressed soft French blue\/pale grey painted patina, gently aged to expose subtle wood undertones and natural texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHand-Carved Craftsmanship:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a classic \u003cb\u003echapeau de gendarme (serpentine) pediment\u003c\/b\u003e topped with an intricately carved flower basket crest and trailing floral garlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoor Details:\u003c\/b\u003e Twin doors display sweeping arched panels, centered by handsome \u003cb\u003ecarved oval medallions featuring basket-and-flower motifs\u003c\/b\u003e and delicate scrollwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStructural Details:\u003c\/b\u003e Raised on classic \u003cb\u003ecabriole legs\u003c\/b\u003e connected by a gracefully carved scalloped lower apron, with traditional long French \u003cb\u003eiron barrel hinges (fiche hinges)\u003c\/b\u003e and an ornate keyhole escutcheon plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRear Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid dark-aged wood back paneling, reflecting original period construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyling \u0026amp; Versatility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInterior Accent:\u003c\/b\u003e A true statement piece for lovers of French Country, Rustic Elegance, or Shabby Chic interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM:Whether placed in a bedroom as a wardrobe, utilized for linen storage in a hallway, or showcased in a dining area, this armoire brings an undeniable sense of romance and historical authenticity to any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Midcentury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53625386434888,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/8677\/4344\/files\/IMG_0033.jpg?v=1785532654","url":"https:\/\/vintagemidcentury.co.uk\/products\/a-19th-century-french-carved-blue-armoire","provider":"Vintage Midcentury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}