Antique French Narrow Pantry Estate Housekeeper Cupboard, c.1860

Antique French Narrow Pantry Estate Housekeeper Cupboard, c.1860

Ref: 2086
Dimensions: Height 1023 mm | Width 761 mm | Depth 361 mm

A charming Antique French Narrow Pine Pantry Estate Housekeeper Cupboard, dating to around c.1860, displaying the quiet elegance and rustic practicality of 19th-century French country furniture. Handcrafted from solid pine, this piece has a naturally pale finish with a gentle wax sheen that highlights its grain and patina.

Of narrow proportion, it’s perfect for modern homes seeking compact yet characterful storage. The cupboard features a single panelled door with a decorative escutcheon and working key, enclosing adjustable interior shelving suitable for pantry use, linens, or crockery. Raised on shaped bun feet, it retains the balanced architectural simplicity typical of mid-19th-century provincial furniture.

Ideal for a kitchen, hallway, scullery, or boot room, this versatile cupboard combines historic charm with everyday function — the sort of honest, well-made furniture that has stood the test of time. Its understated design complements both country and contemporary interiors, offering authentic French farmhouse appeal.