Antique French Provincial small panel, decorated with hand-carved Rose & Thistle motif. Original, old varnished wood finish re-presented with the addition of Grand Illusions authentic chalk paints, peinture du lait. Late 19th c. 

This pretty, recent arrival comes to us via a reliable French dealer based in Normandy. Although sourced in its original, dark wood state, its simple hand-crafted carving has since been embellished with the addition of a more contemporary putty and vanilla colour palette.

Emulating the buttermilk paints of the 18th c., and perhaps better known today as chalk paint, these eco-friendly water-based paints contain some 46% chalk. This chalky, matt, breathable finish, produced by Grand Illusions Ltd., considered perfect for ageing and distressing furniture. 

Panels of this type are increasingly being transformed for the 21st c., adding a French château, architecturally sculpted look to contemporary spaces. This is admirably demonstrated at the Les 3 Lieux hotel, Les Ponts-de-Cé, in the Loire Valley. IMAGES 8-11. The French Provincial blend of Rococo, rustic and French countryside imbuing the hotel reception with an air of elegance.

This small panel would look impressive hung in a Farrow & Balled interior as a work of art. Which, of course, it is. A larger French Provincial panel is also available. SEE LAST IMAGE AND SEPARATE LISTING. 

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WIDTH: 25 cms. HEIGHT: 28.5 cms.  DEPTH: 3 cms. Weight: 1.178 Kgs.

Price: £35.00. ARTIST'S EASEL FOR DISPLY ONLY, AND NOT INCLUDED.

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SKU: 12309.