French Bressan Wardrobe / Cabinet, 18th Century, France

Charming Bressan cabinet from the 18th century. It is made up of various fruit woods. It opens in front of two doors whose panels are sculpted with curves and counter-curves. The overhanging cornice is flat and molded. There are very beautiful decorations of stylized flower vases. The fittings, keys and locks are in original wrought iron. Bressan furniture is known for its masterpiece, the wardrobe. This style developed in the 18th century. These are regional furniture made by local artisans who have taken advantage of local resources. They use different types of wood allowing for a contrasting result. The richness of the elements reveals great finesse in the art of this piece of furniture. La Bresse is a region of France located east of Lyon, furniture from this region is easily recognizable thanks to the wooden panels. The French call it “the Pays de Bresse”. France, around 1800.