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Prie-dieu.
Walnut.
France, Burgundy, mid 17th century.
Provenance:
Private collection, France.
Private collection, Antwerp.
Of superb quality and condition, with sloping prayer book rest above a single drawer and lower central door flanked by spiral twisted columns, on a rectangle raised kneeler, retaining all original hinges, handle, lock and key, beautiful rich light brown patina.
A prie-dieu (a French term meaning literally 'pray [to] God') is a prayer or reading credenza used, most commonly, for private devotion.
Dimensions
Height 85 cm; 2 ft. 9½ in. Width 47 cm; 1 ft. 6½ in. Depth 61 cm; 2 ft.The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
- Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
- Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
- Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
- Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees