Refined country French elegance and sophistication at its finest, this Provincial Louis XV style lady's sewing stand work table or coiffeuse by French furniture maker Ledet et fils exudes refined grace, elegant sophistication, warmth and functionality.
Born in the Bordeaux Region of Southwestern France in the mid-19th century, exceptionally executed in luxurious King Louis Fifteenth (1715-1774) taste, hand-crafted of warm mellow solid mahogany, having a serpentine shaped hinged top opening to reveal the original flat mirror plate, over a removable divided tray, faux drawer front with wooden escutcheon, above a sewing / work bin, gently curved scalloped apron, all rising elegantly on long cabriole legs adorned with finely carved shell acanthus leaf knee ending in whorl feet, terminating on casters. circa 1850s
Signed, retaining the original ébéniste (cabinetmakers) makers mark to the underside, reading:
Ledet
Fab de Meubles
Bordeaux
Dimensions: (approx)
29.25" High, 24" Wide, 16.75" Deep
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Versatile:
As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a side table, accent table, hall console, sofa table, large bedside nightstand, rolling lamp stand, to name just a few.
Condition:
Great original unrestored antique condition with beautifully aged warm patina. Strong, sturdy, stable, and structurally sound. Presents splendidly. Retaining original antique character marks and rustic charm, wear consistent with age and use. Overall a superb example
Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
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