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Fabulous Antique Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe or Bedroom Storage Cupboard
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Fabulous Antique Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe or Bedroom Storage Cupboard

1920 - 1940
Description

Fabulous Antique / Vintage Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe or Bedroom Storage Cupboard

20th Century

D:580 H:2000 (including cornice) W:890mm

Please study the high resolution images carefully as these consitutue our description of the items, please do contact us prior to purchase if you require any further information.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
200cm (78.74")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Richardsons Antiques has dated this Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe to the 1930s.

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SA1208949
Description
Fabulous Antique / Vintage Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe or Bedroom Storage Cupboard

20th Century

D:580 H:2000 (including cornice) W:890mm

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Please study the high resolution images carefully as these consitutue our description of the items, please do contact us prior to purchase if you require any further information.
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fig 1. A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer.
fig 1. Fabulous Antique Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe or Bedroom Storage Cupboard

SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION

UK Mainland Man & Van Furniture Delivery: £65

Delivery within approximately 14 working days from purchase for furniture items, please ensure your mobile number on eBay is correct and can confirm delivery details via SMS

Delivery is by a single driver courier to the curb side or ground floor door way of your property

Excludes Scotland, Highlands & Islands - Please contact us to confirm price

Height
200cm (78.74")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Richardsons Antiques has dated this Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1208949
Richardsons Antiques
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A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer.
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Archive I A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer.

Fabulous Antique Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe or Bedroom Storage Cupboard

Archive II A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View II
Archive III A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View III
Archive IV A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View IV
Archive V A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View V
Archive VI A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View VI
Archive VII A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View VII
Archive VIII A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View VIII
Archive IX A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View IX
Archive X A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer. View X
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Richardsons Antiques

Richardsons Antiques
Telephone 01628 702698
Location
St Peters Road
Maidenhead
Berkshire
SL6
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/richardsons
Verified Since Mar 2026
Items For Sale 66
Items Sold 98
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A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer.
Fabulous Antique Italian Polychrome Painted Wardrobe or Bedroom Storage Cupboard
Ref: SA1208949
A tall single-door Italian timber wardrobe featuring hand-painted grapevine artwork on the door panel, a crest pediment, and a single base drawer.
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Italian polychrome furniture is distinguished by its use of multiple paint pigments applied directly to wood surfaces, often depicting botanical motifs, scrolled foliage, and regional heraldry. Popular from the 17th through the 19th centuries, these pieces combined functional storage with expressive local folk art traditions.

Regional artisans typically constructed wardrobes using local softwoods like pine, poplar, or walnut before applying a gesso base coat. Surface decorations were created using mineral pigments mixed with natural binders, finished with hand-forged iron hardware such as decorative hinges and drop handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural paint wear around areas of frequent contact, such as handles, base edges, and door frames. Inspection of the reverse timber panels, hand-cut joinery, forged metal fittings, and age-appropriate paint craquelure provides key indicators of original manufacture.

A single-door painted wardrobe serves as a focal piece in neutral bedrooms, entryways, or living areas. Positioned against muted plaster or painted walls, its detailed artwork offers textural contrast and functional concealed storage for linens, coats, or media.

To preserve painted surfaces, keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or paint flaking. Dust regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and avoid using solvent-based cleaners or excessive moisture.
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