Painted Chest Dated 1773

Antique painted chest dated 1773, with a blue background and minimalist geometric decorations.

Code: C180
Period: dated 1773
Origin: Tyrol
Wood: Fir
Height: 56 cm
Width: 142 cm
Depth: 62 cm

A fir wood chest, fully painted and dated 1773 on the front. The piece features a rectangular structure with a cantilevered lid, characterized by pronounced perimeter moldings and geometric panels on the top surface.

The front facade is divided into three sections by vertical molded stiles, which define three large rectangular panels. Inside the side panels, the date stands out, divided into two parts: the digits “17” on the left and “73” on the right, rendered in a light pigment on neutral, sanded backgrounds. The central and side panels are bordered by wide perimeter bands in a dark blue-green hue, embellished with a serial decoration of swirls embossed or impressed in relief.

The central panel features a shaped wrought-iron vent, dating from the time of the cabinet’s construction, complete with its original ring-shaped latch. The sides of the piece faithfully replicate the decorative scheme of the front, featuring a single large, light-colored rectangular panel framed by the same dark band with embossed motifs. The surface finish preserves the original polychromy, marked by a natural patina of age.

Work performed on all our furniture:

– Structural restoration: replacement of small missing parts, filling of any cracks on the back panel, consolidation of deteriorated areas, inspection and repair of hardware.
– Thorough woodworm treatment.
– Cleaning and sanitizing of the interior.
– Exterior finish with natural beeswax.
– Interior finish with shellac, a natural alcohol-based varnish.

Customizations:

Upon request, the following can be arranged:

– the desired level of restoration;
– customization of the interior (addition of coat hooks, shelves, dividers, etc.).