Antique Swedish Hand Painted Folk Art Cupboard, 1813

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early 19th century hand painted swedish folk art cupboard circa 1813.

fine example of swedish traditional furniture, comprising of 2 … Read more early 19th century hand painted swedish folk art cupboard circa 1813.

fine example of swedish traditional furniture, comprising of 2 parts, the main body and a lift off cornice.

we choose this piece on our travels as it's more substantial than the normal and has a open storage aperture half way up, which is not typical.  profusely hand painted using a kurbit method of application.  piece is initialed and dated 1813 just below the cornice.  double door upper cupboard opens to reveal a interior of 2 fixed shelves and a further shallow shelf, partially concealed in the cornice.  moving down to the shaped serving surface with original mouldings.  single door cupboard below, containing 1 fixed shelf for plenty of storage.  moulded edging at floor level to finish.

working locks and key.

expected surface marks and fading for a 200 old piece of furniture.  evidence of woodworm damage that has long been treated and no longer active.  strengthening on the inside of panel to lower cupboard.  beautiful piece of rustic furniture, still ready for everyday use. See less