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This striking three-drawer chest draws from the Louis XVI tradition, with clean classical lines, fluted legs, and restrained proportions. Though …
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This striking three-drawer chest draws from the Louis XVI tradition, with clean classical lines, fluted legs, and restrained proportions. Though discovered in Italy, it echoes the elegance of 18th-century French design — reinterpreted with bold Italian flair.
The piece is hand-painted in a harlequin diamond motif, with rich sanguine red set over a warm cream base — a nod to classical pigments favored in Renaissance art. The painted surface has a gentle patina, suggesting decades of history and refinement.
A perfect statement for the collector who loves pieces that blend architectural grace with expressive finish, this chest is equally at home in an entryway, bedroom, or curated salon.
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- Dimensions
- 32.5ʺW × 20ʺD × 37ʺH
- Styles
- Neoclassical
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Cream
- Condition Notes
- This piece is in excellent structural condition — solid, stable, and beautifully preserved. The painted finish shows a gentle, age-appropriate … moreThis piece is in excellent structural condition — solid, stable, and beautifully preserved. The painted finish shows a gentle, age-appropriate craquelure (fine surface cracking), which enhances its character without any flaking or instability. The paint is intact and secure, with no areas of crumbling or active distress. Overall, the chest displays a rich patina and visual depth that can only come with time, making it a stunning, story-filled addition to any interior. less
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