Tall Set of Painted Louis XVI Style Room Dividing Doors

GBP 2,675.00

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Object Description

These tall Louis XVI style antique room dividing doors are one of various sets reclaimed from the American Embassy in Paris. This set features an off-white paint finish to one side and pink paint to the moulding on reverse.
Dating from circa 1870, these antique doors are generous in size, showcasing the grandeur and opulence of 19th century French interior design. Each door is detailed with three raised and fielded moulded panels to both sides with parts of the elaborate original hardware still present. Suitable for interior use, these tall and elegant double doors will make impressive room dividing doors in a period townhouse or large property influenced by Louis and European styling.

Object History

Reclaimed from the American Embassy in Paris.

Object Condition

Good structural condition. Off-white painted finish to one side, pink painted finish to the other. Oak frame and pine panel construction. Old paint, chipped in places. Small losses to the timber. Parts of original hardware. Rebated. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:143 x H:257.5 x D:3.8 centimeters
  • period
  • country
  • year
    1870

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Directions

From the M50 / Ross-on-Wye
At the end of the M50 take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50) Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, Stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, singed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side, the site is called; Grove Farm / The Grove.

From A49 Hereford
Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 singed Wormelow / Monmouth, Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located on the right hand side on Grove Farm / The Grove.


UK Heritage
Grove Barn
Wormelow
Herefordshire
HR2 8EG
United Kingdom

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