French Brittany Folk Carved Sideboard Buffet

Hand carved in traditional solid chestnut hardwood, this server or sideboard is a very charming example of Brittany folk workmanship from about 60 years ago.

Brittany or Bretagne is a maritime province of northwest France. Formerly a separate country, the "Breton" language is still spoken. Famous for their cultural traditions and distinctive dress, the local hand-carved furniture has outstanding workmanship, using native local hardwoods with picturesque traditional motifs.

The finish is excellent on this heirloom furniture, which traditionally descended with the daughters of a family, as part of their dowry. Flanking a carved scene of a dancing couple are spindles and grillwork. Hardware and lift-off hinges are also original, and size is 5' wide, 17" deep and 44 1/2" tall.

Item # A-S1696