Tyrolean Painted Chest

Antique Painted Chest Measurements: H. 58 cm – L. 143 cm – D. 61 cm Period: circa 1810 Origin: Tyrol Wood: Fir Antique painted chest, in fir wood. The entire surface is decorated with ramage motifs and pendants. These decorations are obtained with a technique similar to that of graffiti: the superficial, darker color is removed, bringing to light the original color of the underlying wood, which is lighter, thus obtaining the contours of the desired decoration. On the front, inside two petrol blue colored squares, the same neoclassical decorations of garlands, bows, and pendants are reproduced, but this time in polychrome. Internally, there is still the small flap compartment, useful for supporting the lid once open and for containing small objects. Restoration Information: Our laboratory guarantees conservative restoration for each piece of furniture, respecting its integrity. Each piece of furniture is treated to ensure solidity and hygiene. In particular, the following are performed: – structural restoration – accurate anti-woodworm treatment – cleaning and sanitizing of the interiors – external finish with natural beeswax – internal finish with shellac (natural alcohol-based varnish) On request, we can agree on the desired degree of restoration and the customization of the internal set-up (clothes hanging poles, shelves, etc...).