French Louis XVI Style Painted Cane Day Bed (Lit Cordeau)

French Louis XVI Style Painted & Canework Day Bed (Lit Cordeau)

20th Century | Sourced in the South of France

An exquisite 20th-century French Louis XVI style day bed, featuring elegant caned panelling and a softly distressed, painted finish in a subtle sea-green / celadon hue.

Crafted with sweeping, curved sides (corbeille style) and classic Neoclassical detailing, the carved frame is adorned with ribbon-twist moulding, floral rosette blocks, and central acanthus leaf carving along the top rail. The piece stands on six spiralled / stop-fluted turned supports, providing exceptional structure and authentic visual weight.

Provenance & Romance

Discovered nestled in an estate near the sun-drenched coast of the South of France, this piece embodies the effortless elegance of traditional Provencal living. Crafted in the mid-to-late 20th century in homage to 18th-century royal French furniture design, it served as a peaceful lounging piece in a sunlit bastide, capturing the breezy, timeless warmth of the French countryside.

Key Features & Details

• Frame: Carved wood in a gently distressed French-green painted finish with soft grey-blue undertones.

• Panelling: Natural woven cane panels across the back and enclosed sides, all in excellent structural condition.

• Supports: Raised on 6 turned and fluted supports (4 corner posts and 2 central stabilizing legs).

• Upholstery Included: Accompanied by a fitted striped seat cushion and matching bolster pillows in a charming pastelled peach and olive palette, over a damask base layer.

Dimensions

• Width: 173 cm

• Depth: 70 cm

• Height: 99 cm

Condition Note: Overall in very good vintage condition with desirable minor surface patination to the paintwork appropriate for its age, adding authentic character. Canework remains taut and intact.