{"product_id":"armoire","title":"A rare and Beautiful Early French Folk Art Armoire from Ils Sur la Sorgue","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and Beautiful Early French Folk Art Armoire from Ils Sur la Sorgue \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003erare early French armoire, richly layered with history, character and hand-painted decoration. Crafted from solid timber, this piece dates to the \u003cb\u003e18th–early 19th century\u003c\/b\u003e, with its beautifully irregular form, pegged construction and softly faceted corners speaking to pre-industrial craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe doors retain \u003cb\u003eoriginal hand-painted panels\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring naïve floral and foliate motifs typical of French provincial folk art. The painted scenes are worn and softened with time, revealing layers of patina that sit beautifully against the darkened timber ground. Each brushstroke and area of loss adds to the authenticity and visual depth of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slightly angled sides, heavy cornice and simple block feet give the armoire a strong, architectural presence, while the painted decoration brings warmth and poetry. A true statement piece — equally at home in a country house, refined rustic interior or layered contemporary space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox 160\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ecm H x 102cm W x 45cm D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dusty Luxe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46073969803414,"sku":"S5089","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0331\/4696\/2055\/files\/Z1A5369.jpg?v=1767761651","url":"https:\/\/dustyluxe.com.au\/products\/armoire","provider":"Dusty Luxe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}