#256

French Doll's Wooden Armoire with Linens and Original Inventory
Live Auction

$1,500
sold
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Description

23" (58 cm.) Fine walnut wood armoire with paneled double doors, arched crest with ogee carving, lower drawer, fine silver lock and key, opens to reveal four well-stocked linen shelves, and a list of "composition de trousseau" on the inside door, listing various house linens and accessories. Excellent condition, French, circa 1890. The fitted armoire was a popular offering in holiday Etrennes catalogs of the era in Paris.