corbeille a fleurs

Literally "flower basket." Characteristic of Louis XV style decoration.

Antiques From Our Gallery

Item No. 1148 French, Louis XV period petite canapé corbeille In solid, carved beechwood. Mid-18th century. 37¾" high by 63¾" wide

Item No. 492 French, Louis XV period buffet deux corps In solid oak with chapeau de gendarme cornice above "corbeille a fleurs" carved motif. 18th century from Normandy (Paye de Caux).

Item No. 281 French, Louis XV period ottoman Very rare sofa in carved giltwood having the characteristic corbeille shaped back and outward curved seat. 18th century. 78" wide by 32" deep by 39½" high (at back)