Breton Carved Wooden Pediment Rustic Village Scene

Beautiful antique Breton carved wooden pediment featuring an intricately detailed rural village scene. The carving depicts traditional Breton stone cottages, a water wheel and rustic landscape elements, all executed in deep relief with excellent folk-art character. Originating from Brittany, France, this decorative crest would originally have sat above a bed, cabinet, dresser or large piece of regional Breton furniture. The rich dark patina and hand-carved detail give it wonderful presence and authenticity. A highly decorative architectural piece ideal for wall display, restoration projects, or collectors of Breton and French provincial furniture. It could also be hung above a door or fireplace. * Hand carved solid wood * Breton folk art * Scenic village and mill motif * Deep relief carving with lovely aged patina * Decorative pediment / furniture crest * France, early 20th century approx