1781 Tyrolean Painted Wardrobe

Measurements: H. 185 cm – W. 140 cm (150 cm at the frames)  – D. 53 cm (58 cm at the frames)
Essence: Fir
Period: 1781
Origin: Tyrol

Description:
Tyrolean wardrobe, with two doors, entirely painted in ocher. The background decoration simulates a four-stroke herringbone wooden veneer.
On the doors, on the notches and sides there are panels decorated with a “faux marble” background and geometric motifs typical of the period. There are also two red hearts depicted on the doors. On the front, in the upper part, the date and initials of the first client. internally the division of spaces is the original one, with shelves, two drawers, some secret compartments and a curious, yet unusual, system for hanging clothes with sliding pins. Beautiful antique hardware.

Partially restored wardrobe.

Information on the restoration:
Our laboratory guarantees the conservative restoration of each piece of furniture while respecting its integrity.
Each piece of furniture is treated to guarantee solidity and hygiene.

In particular, the following are carried out:

– structural restoration
– accurate anti-woodworm treatment
– cleaning and sanitizing of interiors
– external finish with natural beeswax
– internal finish with shellac (alcohol-based natural paint)

Upon request, we can agree on the desired degree of restoration and the customization of the internal fittings (coat hanger poles, shelves, etc…).