Classicist Chest of Drawers, 1790s

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Classicist chest of drawers

southern germany
nussbaum et al.
late 18th century

dimensions: h x w x d: 88 x … Read more Classicist chest of drawers

southern germany
nussbaum et al.
late 18th century

dimensions: h x w x d: 88 x 121 x 58 cm

:
three-drawer piece of furniture standing on tapered round feet. The wooden rosettes on the corners emphasize the extravagant feet. The base section is made of solid walnut, with flat recesses emphasizing the downwardly projecting risalites.

the front, sides and top panel are veneered in walnut. We see calm, diagonal grain patterns on the outside and fields of wildly grained and cleanly mirrored veneer on the inside. They are separated from each other by ribbon inlays and fine thread inlays.
on the field corners of the furniture front we see engraved and fire-shaded maple cruciferous flowers on a dark background. Risalite-like contoured frames made of dark wood emphasize the key plates.
the fittings made of finely embossed brass fit harmoniously into the overall picture.

on the back wall of the furniture we see, on the one hand, the traces of processing from the old hand tools and, on the other hand, the inscription a.z. Neuburg.

the chest of drawers is an excellent example of german furniture art from the late 18th century.
the calm and harmonious overall impression of the chest of drawers was achieved through a clear structure, absolutely typical of the so-called braided style.

condition:
restored and suitable for everyday use. Signs of age and wear were deliberately preserved and preserved. The piece of furniture has an absolutely authentic patina.

you can find similar pieces of furniture in the specialist book:
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