Trumeau, Still Life With Flowers

Trumeau

Late18th century

“StillLife with Flowers”

Canvaswith its original frame:161 x 120 cm

Provenance:private collection.

Condition:Good condition

Trumeau from the Louis XVI period, late 18th century — Symbolic floralstill life

This remarkable trumeau, dating from the late 18th century, is an exceptional decorative piece, typical of the neoclassical taste ofthe Louis XVI period.

It consists of a carved and painted wooden frame, finely ornamented with floral motifs, knotted ribbons, and garlands, framing an oil painting on canvas in its upper section anda mercury mirror in its lower section.

The unsigned floral scene demonstrates great artisticmastery. This sumptuous bouquet is not merely decorative:it follows the tradition of symbolic still lifes, in whicheach flower carries a specific meaning.
The abundant red rosesevoke passionate love, while the white onesembody purity and innocence.
Peonies,with their generous blooms, are a classic symbol of prosperity,wealth, and honor.
Tulips,recognizable by their slender shapes, were in the 18th centuryprecious flowers, associated with luxury andfleeting beauty.
Also notable are the chrysanthemums,flowers that are both solemn and majestic, evoking memoryand eternity.
The bouquet as a whole, delicatelyilluminated against a hazy, nuanced background, reinforces thisallegorical dimension, typical of classical floral painting of theclassical period.

The mirror below, with its antique mercury-coated surface, displays thesigns of wear typical of its era, attesting to itsauthenticity. The frame, featuring lateral latticework motifs,pearls, and garlands, fits perfectly withinthe refined aesthetic of the late 18th century.

This trumeau is much more than a meredecorative element: it is a precious testament to the art of living and thetaste of the Age of Enlightenment, combining finesse of craftsmanship,symbolic richness, and timeless elegance.

PRICE:5,900 euros