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18th C. Swedish Rococo Period Painted Marriage Cabinet with Provenance

Offered by: Maison & Co.

Description
An 18th century two-part Swedish linen press or armoire from the Rococo period. Provenance on the inside doors dates piece to 1796 and 1826. This period Rococo marriage cabinet is from Värmland and is known as a "Fryksdals Cabinet." It was given to 2 different couples (see initials) as a marriage gift, the first in 1796 and second in 1826. This cabinet is beautifully proportioned with a gracefully arched pediment cornice and scalloped apron. The patina is a soft, neutral gray with wood showing through in areas and original surface on the interior. The interior upper section contains 3 fixed shelves, the top shaped and slotted for spoons, and a bottom shelf fitted with 4 small drawers. The bottom cabinet has 1 fixed shelf.

More Information

Origin:	Sweden
Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1796
Styles / Movements:	Rococo, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	1985
Incollect Reference #:	565690

Dimensions

W.	55.5 in;	H.	89.75 in;	D.	24.82 in;
W.	140.97 cm;	H.	227.97 cm;	D.	63.04 cm;

Message from Seller:

Maison & Co. sells beautiful antiques in a fresh palette, perfect for today and tomorrow. A direct importer of fine 18th and 19th century European antiques, many with original paint. Maison and Co. specializes in the Swedish Gustavian, French Louis XVI, as well as the Swedish Rococo and Baroque periods.

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