Antique French Louis XV Corner Cupboard w/ Original Paint - 77½"

This petite 18th century French corner cupboard presents a graceful Louis XV profile with a gendarme’s hat cornice and two shaped, raised-panel doors, retaining its original blue green paint with warm ochre undertones peeking through. Handcrafted in softwood with molded framing and a concave triangular form for the corner, it opens to three fixed interior shelves. One door is fitted with a key operated lock and escutcheon, the other secures with a simple hook, the iron hardware appearing original. The surface shows a richly layered, timeworn patina with scattered paint losses, scuffs, and small edge chips consistent with age.

Corner cupboards became popular in 18th-century France as practical storage for dining rooms and salons, holding glass and earthenware with elegance. This example reflects the Louis XV taste with its curved crest and serpentine moldings, interpreted by provincial cabinetmakers in painted wood rather than fine veneers. Hand-planed boards, gentle carving, and timeworn color capture the rustic refinement of rural workshops, creating furniture that brought grace and charm to country interiors.

This modestly scaled corner cabinet embodies the soul of French country interiors. Its timeworn blue-green paint brings depth, softness, and authenticity, evoking centuries of gentle use. Perfect for a dining room or breakfast nook to store stemware and linens, it also works beautifully in a kitchen for pottery and pantry staples. In an entry or stair landing, it provides discreet storage while its sculptural silhouette enriches the space. The mellow hues harmonize effortlessly with plaster walls, stone floors, and warm woods, making it a graceful companion for both traditional and contemporary spaces.