Hekman Louis XIV Arbalète Chest — Solid Wood, Brass Hardware, 3 Drawers View Watchlist >
- Winning Bid: $650.00
- 55 Bid(s) View Bid History
- High Bidder: Verde
Seller Accepts Credit Cards
Payment and pickup instructions will be available on your invoice (under "My Account") at the conclusion of this auction.
Lot # A133
System ID # 25772467
Start Date
End Date
4 Watching
Hekman Louis XIV Arbalète Chest — Solid Wood, Brass Hardware, 3 Drawers
A distinguished Louis XIV Arbalète-style chest of drawers by Hekman, a renowned American maker celebrated for merging European elegance with Midwestern craftsmanship. This beautifully balanced piece showcases the signature arbalète (crossbow-shaped) drawer fronts — a hallmark of the Louis XIV era — rendered here in solid wood with rich, flowing grain. Each of the three dovetail drawers glides smoothly and is fitted with ornate brass handles, complementing the carved apron and cabriole legs that define its French provincial grace.
Maker-marked on the top left drawer, this chest reflects Hekman’s dedication to heirloom-quality furniture rooted in the Grand Rapids tradition. Its sculpted contours and enduring finish make it as practical as it is refined — perfect as a statement dresser, sideboard, or entryway piece that invites admiration from every angle.
Condition:
Excellent overall with gentle scuffing and minimal signs of age. Sturdy and well-constructed; drawers open and close smoothly.
Dimensions:
39.5" H × 46.5" W × 19" D
Shown for scale with a life-size Bob Ross cutout.
A note from James:
Hekman’s Grand Rapids workshop has long been synonymous with quality American furniture. This Louis XIV-inspired chest bridges centuries of design — combining 18th-century French artistry with the meticulous craftsmanship of 20th-century Michigan. A collector’s choice for those who appreciate timeless lines and the tactile beauty of real wood.
