Country French Armoires

Rural artisans usually mimicked the fashions emanating from the court or the major metropolitan areas, but ultimately evolved into distinctive styles that make choosing an antique armoire so enjoyable. Usually crafted from indigenous woods, antique armoires range from very simple and rustic tograndiose and heavily embellished. An antique Country French armoire was usually the most prized possession of a family back in the day, and to some extent, it still remains so. View our huge collection of antique furniture here.

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18th Century Country French Louis XV Liegeois Stripped...

An 18th century commode a deux corps in oak, carved in the Louis XV taste of the French countryside. Hand stripped to reveal its natural wood patina attained over many centuries, the oak shows every ripple of its grain and gives the rocaille carving a soft, sunlit grace. A sweeping arched crown with a deeply molded cornice and breakfront corners rises...
$5,980
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18th Century Country French Louis XIV Period Oak...

Handsome and beautifully patinated, this early 18th century Country French bonnetière is a distinguished surviving example of provincial craftsmanship from the celebrated reign of Louis XIV. Known as the Sun King, Louis XIV ruled France from 1643 to 1715, presiding over one of the most influential periods in French history. His court at Versailles...
$2,980
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19th Century Country French Fruitwood Armoire from...

Beautifully crafted in Normandy, this Country French antique armoire embodies the warmth and expressive craftsmanship of 19th century French provincial furniture. The fruitwood construction reveals softly varied grain beneath a rich, naturally developed patina, giving the armoire exceptional depth and character.The tall facade is crowned by a deeply...
$4,980
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18th Century Country French Normandy Carved Oak Armoire

Exceptional 18th century Country French Normandy armoire hand crafted from solid oak, distinguished by unusually elaborate carving and fine cabinetmaking. The double doors feature deeply molded and shaped raised panels with delicate floral details, surrounded by an extraordinary hand carved foliate border with an almost embroidery like quality.The...
$4,480
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18th Century Dutch Baroque Stripped Oak Linen Press

Dating to the 18th century, this exceptional Dutch linen press is a wonderful celebration of Baroque cabinetmaking, where craftsmanship, proportion, carving, and movement come together in a piece of remarkable presence. Crafted from solid oak and now presented in a beautifully stripped finish, it reveals the strength of the timber, the hand of the...
$7,980
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Early 19th Century Normandy Solid Mahogany Country...

An extraordinary expression of early 19th century French cabinetmaking, this monumental Country French armoire was created in Lower Normandy during a fascinating period of artistic transition. Its design preserves the neoclassical refinement established during the Louis XVI and Directoire eras while introducing the fuller contours and confident presence...
$16,500
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18th Century Swedish Painted Pine Two-Tiered Cabinet

18th Century Swedish Painted Pine Two-Tiered CabinetA quietly compelling example of Swedish country craftsmanship, this two-tiered cabinet reflects the restrained elegance and practicality that define 18th century Nordic interiors. Hand-crafted from pine, the piece retains its original painted surface, now beautifully aged into a nuanced palette of soft...
$3,950   $7,900
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18th Century Georgian Period English Oak Linen Press

A beautifully proportioned late 18th century English Georgian oak linen press cupboard on chest, offering an exceptional combination of handsome design and remarkable storage capacity. The upper cupboard is enclosed by a pair of finely paneled doors with graceful shaped moldings, opening to reveal generous interior storage suitable for linens, tableware,...
$3,980
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18th Century Georgian Period English Oak Linen Press

A beautifully proportioned late 18th century English Georgian oak linen press cupboard on chest, offering an exceptional combination of handsome design and remarkable storage capacity. The upper cupboard is enclosed by a pair of finely paneled doors with graceful shaped moldings, opening to reveal generous interior storage suitable for linens, tableware,...
$3,780
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18th Century Dutch Louis XVI Period Stripped Oak Linen...

This exceptional Dutch Louis XVI period linen press is a rare and beautifully preserved example of late 18th century neoclassical cabinetmaking. Crafted in oak and presented in a stripped finish, the cabinet possesses impressive architectural scale, balanced proportions, and an extraordinary level of hand carved detail. Its pale natural surface allows the...
$8,900
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18th Century Country French Painted Buffet a Deux Corps

18th Century Country French Painted Buffet a Deux Corps is a wonderfully preserved historically significant piece that is destined to enthrall your family for several more generations to come!  Hand-crafted from thick planks of seasoned old-growth oak, it features a bold crown overlooking a fancifully carved bonnet with wildflowers and foliates in bas...
$5,390   $9,800
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Grand 18th Century Oak Louis XVI Armoire from Namur

Grand 18th Century Louis XVI Stripped Oak Armoire from Namur is an extraordinary example of Franco Flemish craftsmanship, created with the scale, refinement, and symbolic carving that made the finest 18th century armoires so much more than simple storage pieces.  Originating from the historic region of Namur in the Low Countries, this magnificent armoire...
$14,900
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Grand 18th Century Country French Louis XIV Armoire

A rare find! Grand 18th Century Country French Louis XIV Armoire was created for a spacious manoir, and is the perfect choice for large scale rooms and/or those who need extra storage in spades!  Hand-crafted from dense, old-growth oak to last for centuries, it features a classically inspired architecture including bold molding on the crown and base, with...
$7,800
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18th Century Rustic French Oak Quatre-Portes Wardrobe...

Steeped in the romance of the French countryside, this 18th century oak quatre-portes wardrobe reflects the enduring charm of authentic Country French antiques. Its beauty lies in its simplicity — a form guided by tradition, proportion, and the steady hand of a provincial craftsman. Handcrafted from dense, old-growth quarter-sawn oak, the wood has...
$2,867   $4,480
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19th Century Dutch Hand Carved Renaissance Raised Cabinet

19th Century Dutch Hand Carved Renaissance Raised Cabinet was rendered from dense, old-growth quarter sawn oak, examples of which are on display in museums across Belgium and Holland that are over 1,000 years old!  This stunning example features hand-carved lions and gryffins with elaborately detailed molding and foliate & shell motifs enhancing the...
$5,980
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18th Century Liégeois Régence Period Stripped Oak...

Created in Liège, Belgium, during the 18th century, this exceptional antique linen press represents the celebrated regional cabinetmaking tradition known as Liégeois furniture. Its beautifully sculpted façade, original fitted interior, and generous storage reflect a period when fine household furnishings were created to serve several generations and to...

19th Century Country French Oak Bonnetière ~ Petite...

A charming 19th century Country French oak bonnetière, embodying the quiet romance of provincial living. Originally intended for the storage of bonnets and linens, the bonnetière evolved into a refined yet practical single-door armoire — modest in scale yet rich in character.Crafted in solid oak, this piece reflects the relaxed elegance that defines...

18th Century French Régence Period Stripped White Oak...

An exceptional 18th century French Régence period armoire from the Loire Valley, this piece represents a remarkable era of Country French craftsmanship. Hand-crafted from solid white oak, it carries the strength, artistry, and enduring beauty of provincial France, where furniture was made not merely for a season, but for generations of daily use.The...

Antique Louis XV Style Stripped Oak Triple Door Armoire

Antique Louis XV Style Stripped Oak Triple Door Armoire is beautifully crafted in solid oak with a soft stripped finish that reveals the warmth, grain, and natural character of the wood.  The elegant three-door design offers wonderful presence, with graceful movement across the arched crown, shaped panels, and scalloped apron.The armoire is richly...

Grand 18th Century Country French Louis XIV Stripped...

Grand 18th Century Country French Louis XIV Stripped Oak Armoire was crafted from select old-growth oak to literally last for centuries!  Measuring just an inch shy of 8 feet tall, the rectilinear architecture is enhanced by the arch of the pair of doors, their beautifully contoured molded panels, but most of all the multiple tiers of the crown molding...

18th Century Rustic Country French Oak Armoire

18th Century Rustic Country French Oak Armoire dates to the reign of Louis XV, and features a rural charm that only seasoned artisans using what we consider today to be primitive tools could produce!  The casework consists of four sets of three boldly framed panels comprising the sides and each door.  Steel barrel hinges and a steel key guard with the...

18th Century French Painted Armoire from Normandie

18th Century French Painted Armoire from Normandie is a splendid example of rural craftsmanship with the signature style and flair developed in the fabled region, executed in seasoned old-growth indigenous oak to last for centuries!  The tailored rectilinear architecture is enhanced with carved detail across the bonnet centered with a full relief of a...

18th Century French Louis XIV Cabinet ~ Armoire in...

18th Century French Louis XIV Cabinet ~ Armoire in Stripped Oak is a majestic testament to the incredible craftsmen of France, who combined architecture, style and timeless flair into one impressive piece.  Utilizing indigenous old-growth white oak, a bold arched crown was fashioned, boldly molded in multiple tiers to accentuate the impact, and...

19th Century Country French Normandie Vitrine ~...

19th Century Country French Normandie Vitrine ~ Bonnetiere was crafted from solid fruitwood in the traditional techniques handed down for generations!  The subtle arched crown was nicknamed le chapeau de gendarme after its resemblance to the hats of police officials of a bygone era.  A basket of flowers stands proud at the peak of the crown, a classic...

Grand 19th Century Louis XIV Liegeoise Triple Armoire

Grand 19th Century Louis XIV Liegeoise Triple Armoire is an amazing work of the cabinetmaker's art!  Hand-crafted and sculpted from solid old-growth oak, the masters of Liege created a triple door access, with the right two doors opening opposite to each other to create in essence a two door armoire on the right side, accompanied by a one door armoire...

18th Century Country French Armoire

18th Century Country French Armoire is a timeless example of rural artisans emulating the styles set forth by the king's court, yet performed with simple tools and techniques that have been handed down for generation after generation.  Utilizing indigenous old-growth oak, the craftsmen painstakingly created the dentil molding across the entire crown,...

19th Century Country French Armoire in Stripped Oak

19th Century Country French Armoire in Stripped Oak will provide a stately presence in any room, plus scads of extra storage!  Fitted with shelf supports, its new owner can add as many shelves as desired, but currently it is configured for hanging clothes with a rod across the width inside.  Doors open wide thanks to steel barrel hinges, with matching...

19th Century Country French Normandie Armoire in...

19th Century Country French Normandie Armoire in Stripped Oak is a splendid testament to the incredible talents of the artisans of the storied region in northern France, from which William the Conquerer hailed.  This example was rendered entirely from hand-select, dense, old-growth French white oak, and features a classic architecture melded with the...

18th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobe ~ Armoire

18th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobe ~ Armoire is a timeless relic from a bygone era, hand-crafted from indigenous and ubiquitous sycamore to last for centuries!  The rectilinear architecture provides a maximum amount of space utilization, with four doors opening to upper and lower compartments, with two spacious drawers in between, similar in design...

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Whitewashed Pine...

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Whitewashed Pine Armoire will command a stately presence in the room, but with a subtle elegance that enables it to blend with a wide variety of decors with varying degrees of casual themes.  The crown molding was obviously inspired by the mid-19th century styling, also evident in the architecture of the piece drawn from...

Grand 18th Century Liegoise Country French Armoire

Grand 18th Century Liegoise Country French Armoire is a spectacular example of the finest indigenous materials used by incredibly talented artisans using techniques handed down for millennia!  The timeless design features a rectilinear casework topped with an elegantly arched crown, which is configured in the arbalette form after an archer's bow.  The...

19th Century Country French Bonnetiere ~ Petite Armoire

19th Century Country French Bonnetiere ~ Petite Armoire is a delightful expression of the provincial style for which the rural areas of France are so famous.  Hand-crafted from indigenous old-growth oak, it features sturdy pegged mortise & tenon joinery, chamfered panels, and a timeless architecture that starts with the chapeau de gendarme crown on...