Painted Chest Decorated With Burning Hearts, Transformed Into A Counter – Central Europe, Late 18th Century

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Painted Chest Decorated With Burning Hearts, Transformed Into A Counter – Central Europe, Late 18th Century

An antique wedding chest made of softwood, decorated with original polychrome paintings featuring floral motifs and flaming hearts, symbols of love and protection of the home in Central European folk traditions. The front, with its rhythmic panels of reserved areas, retains a beautiful antique patina with consistent wear and signs of age, attesting to the authenticity of the decoration. Transformed in the 20th century into a display counter, the piece features a glass top and interior drawers, making it ideally suited for use in a shop, gallery, or as a decorative island.

2 800 €

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Galerie Stéphane Olivier - Paris, France

Period: 18th century

Style: Other Style

Condition: Good condition

Material: Painted wood

Width: 150

Height: 84

Depth: 78

Reference (ID): 1727697

Availability: In stock