Antique Wardrobe in Oak, 1800s

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Large classicist cabinet from the 1st half of the 19th century. Solidly crafted in softwood and oak. Ready to use … Read more Large classicist cabinet from the 1st half of the 19th century. Solidly crafted in softwood and oak. Ready to use with very beautiful patina.

A 2-part body assembled by means of wedge joints standing on a high plinth with 3 large drawers. Two doors in frame and panelled construction are hung on external brass fittings. Carved diamonds adorn both the 8 cassettes and the fronts of the drawers. The upper end is formed by a moulded cornice with a toothed frieze.

The right-hand door closes with the original lock and key, while the left-hand door can be opened and locked from the inside using 2 hand-forged iron sliding bolts.

An engraving on the brass fittings indicates that the cabinet was made in 1835.

Inside, the cabinet is fitted with 3 full-length shelves and the original coat hooks.

Dimensions

Height: 206 cm  /  81.1 inch.

Width: 190 cm or 198 cm (incl. headboard)  /  74.8 in. or 77.95 in. (incl. headboard)

Depth: 65 cm or 67.5 cm (incl. headboard)  /  25.59 in. or 26.57 in. (incl. headboard)

Clear dimensions: 127 x 61 cm each  / 50.00 in. x 24.02 in. each

Shelf depth: 53 cm  /  20.87 inch.



Good, ready for everyday use condition with slight signs of age-related wear including old woodworm channels (not active!) and partial discolouration. The right side of the cabinet is slightly lighter in colour. An ink stain inside the cabinet at the bottom.

The cabinet can be transported in 3 parts (base and 2 part divided body). Also the doors can be removed and the doors unhinged. See less