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One-Of-A-Kind

Sylvie Favorite

Rare

Antique

French Cheese Safe

France, 20th Century

$225

This French cheese cabinet is EVERYTHING, with its mesh covered wooden doors and galvanized roof, it offers practical bug free storage for your artisanal cheeses. Sylvie didn't know she needed this in her life until she found it, Now she uses it for every outdoor gathering that includes a cheese spread.

  • Dimensions:

    17" H x 13" W x 13" D

  • Materials:

    Wood

  • Weight Range:

    6 lbs

  • Notes from Sylvie:

    It's perfect. in every way. full stop. But yes, okay, its been outside because it's an outdoor cheese hutch so its has some weathering on the wood, but like we said - it's perfect.

  • Collector's Notice:

    As antique and vintage pieces, items may show signs of age and wear. Minor variations from the images may occur unless otherwise noted. All sales are final.

This French cheese cabinet was a stable in Normandy, where it carefully stored wheels of aging cheese and protected the cheese from bugs. The cabinet's wooden slats allowed the cheese to breathe, ensuring that it developed the perfect texture and flavor. Over time, the cabinet became a symbol of the region’s rich culinary traditions, passed down through generations of cheesemakers.

Uzès, a hidden gem in the south of France is where this story begins. Situated between Provence and the Languedoc, this medieval town is known for its winding cobblestone streets, grand Renaissance architecture, and the striking Duchy of Uzès. With roots tracing back to Roman times, Uzès has been shaped by diverse cultural influences, from ancient aqueducts to aristocratic estates.

Surrounded by sprawling vineyards, ancient olive groves, and the peaceful countryside of Occitanie, Uzès is just as serene as it sounds. It is here where Sylvie put on her comfortable shoes and got lost wandering these ancient streets and its nearby villages.

Sylvie explored age-worn courtyards, connected with local antique dealers, and sifted through forgotten spaces to curate a selection that brings to life Uzès’ storied past.