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This Parisian shop window from the 18th century elegantly illustrates the Louis XVI period's taste for balanced forms , simple lines and the use of precious exotic woods , here a very beautiful rosewood with contrasting veins.

The piece of furniture is distinguished by the exceptional quality of its top , composed of a geometric chevron frieze framed by a straight veneer, testifying to a high level of technical mastery characteristic of Parisian workshops at the end of the Ancien Régime.

Its harmonious dimensions (108 × 94 cm) correspond to display cases intended for art objects, porcelain or cabinet collections , highly appreciated in refined 18th-century interiors as well as in contemporary decors.

The display case bears an old brand mark on , identifiable as a capital M workshop mark and the guild mark , affixed to the frame.
This marking, common in the 18th century, testifies to the furniture's manufacture within the regulated framework of the Parisian guilds , guaranteeing the quality of the workmanship and the authenticity of the piece.

The whole piece has retained a beautiful antique patina , giving this piece of furniture all its character and authenticity.