{"product_id":"french-armoire","title":"19th Century French Faux Bamboo Armoire with Double Glass Doors and Pagoda Top","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and striking 19th-century French bamboo-form armoire, expertly crafted in solid wood and designed to imitate the segmented nodes and joints of natural bamboo. This exceptional piece reflects the enduring European fascination with Chinoiserie and exoticism, particularly popular in France during the late 19th century. (This piece in particular was featured by Brunschwig and Fils on their social media.) Interestingly, small chalk children's handwriting in French can be seen on the inside left door. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe armoire features double-glazed doors framed in bamboo-turned moldings and shelves, allowing the interior to remain visible while protected—ideal for displaying textiles, clothing, or collectibles. The architectural pagoda-style pediment, crowned with crossed finials and carved bamboo detailing, adds sculptural presence and vertical elegance. Turned corner posts, paneled lower doors, and bracket feet complete the refined silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm honey-toned patina has matured beautifully over time, highlighting the craftsmanship and depth of the carved bamboo motifs. Interior shelving and custom retrofitted lucite bars give it hanging capacity and make this piece both decorative and highly functional, suitable for use as a wardrobe, nursery armoire, or statement storage piece in a bedroom or dressing room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis armoire is not only furniture, but a conversation-worthy design object, seamlessly blending French craftsmanship with global design influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Late 19th century\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Chinoiserie \/ Bamboo-form\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Hand-crafted solid wood with carved bamboo detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo-form furniture was produced in limited numbers and is far less common than standard French provincial case pieces. Examples of this scale and quality were often commissioned for refined Parisian interiors and are now increasingly scarce on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Solid wood\u003cbr\u003eDoors: Double glass-front doors with bamboo-style framing\u003cbr\u003ePediment: Pagoda-inspired crest with crossed finials\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Original warm patina\u003cbr\u003eInterior: Hanging space and shelving\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with 19th-century furniture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyling \u0026amp; Use Ideas\u003cbr\u003ePerfect as a luxury nursery armoire (as styled).\u003cbr\u003eStatement wardrobe for a bedroom or dressing room.\u003cbr\u003eDisplay cabinet for linens, clothing, or curated collections.\u003cbr\u003eIdeal anchor piece for Chinoiserie, coastal, English country, or old-money interiors.\u003cbr\u003eStunning juxtaposition in modern or minimalist spaces for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e43\" Wide\u003cbr\u003e16.5\" Deep\u003cbr\u003e90\" Tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the \u003cstrong\u003eprice does not reflect shipping costs\u003c\/strong\u003e! Please email scoutstudiosokc@gmail.com with your zip code for a custom quote. You may choose to purchase without confirming costs, but you are still responsible for those costs. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePieces are not considered on hold while obtaining shipping costs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may pick up for free in Oklahoma City. Typically, local delivery in the Oklahoma City metro area is +\/- $200, although it can vary slightly depending on the fluctuating price of gas and delivery location. The only way to guarantee a delivery quote is by emailing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scout Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51452980494656,"sku":null,"price":13000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/8385\/7216\/files\/FrenchArmoire1.jpg?v=1768757581","url":"https:\/\/shopscoutstudios.com\/products\/french-armoire","provider":"Scout Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}