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Painted Cupboard
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Painted Cupboard

19th century
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Single door cupboard in original paint finish from Alsace region of France.

Circa 1850.

Height: 188cm, Width: 81cm, Depth: 45cm

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D J Green Antiques has dated this Antique Painted Folk Cupboard to the 1850s.

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SA1215460
Dealers Internal Reference
478526
Description
Single door cupboard in original paint finish from Alsace region of France.

Circa 1850.

Height: 188cm, Width: 81cm, Depth: 45cm

Date of Manufacture

D J Green Antiques has dated this Antique Painted Folk Cupboard to the 1850s.

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SA1215460
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478526
D J Green Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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D J Green Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door.
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Archive I A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door.

Painted Cupboard

Archive II A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View II
Archive III A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View III
Archive IV A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View IV
Archive V A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View V
Archive VI A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View VI
Archive VII A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View VII
Archive VIII A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View VIII
Archive IX A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View IX
Archive X A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door. View X
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D J Green Antiques
Telephone 07768 832 616
Location
99 Broadfield Road
Sheffield
Yorkshire
S8 0XH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/djgreen
Verified Since Jul 2020
Items For Sale 139
D J Green Antiques
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A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door.
Painted Cupboard
Ref: SA1215460
A tall, narrow folk art painted timber cupboard featuring hand-painted floral motifs, date lettering, an upper door, an open central shelf, and a lower door.
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  • ObjectCupboards
  • Period19th century
  • StyleScandinavian Country
  • MaterialPine, Paint, Metal
  • ColourDark Brown, Red
  • MotifsFloral panels, Heart motif, Carved open niche, Date lettering

This 1850 Scandinavian Country style cupboard from the Alsace region of France comes in pine with an original dark brown and red painted finish. The tall, narrow timber piece stands 188 cm high, 81 cm wide, and 45 cm deep, presenting a rustic farmhouse presence with visible signs of age and wear. The structure includes an upper door with decorative panels, an open central niche, and a lower door, accompanied by metal hardware. Hand-painted floral motifs, a heart motif, date lettering, and carved details enhance the surface decoration. In a modern interior, this folk art cupboard provides functional storage and display space. It suits placement in a living room, hallway, or kitchen, where the traditional painted finish and compact footprint complement country house or eclectic interior schemes. The enclosed upper and lower sections conceal items, while the open central shelf holds books, ceramics, or decorative objects.

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Painted cupboards originated in rural European regions, notably across Scandinavia and the Alpine territories, during the 18th and 19th centuries. They were frequently crafted as dowry chests or family heirlooms, decorated with hand-painted floral patterns, dates, and initials representing key life events.

These pieces were typically constructed from local softwoods such as pine or spruce using mortise and tenon joinery. Decorators applied paints made from natural pigments mixed with milk, oil, or egg tempera, finished with hand-carved panels and iron hardware.

Authentic period examples exhibit natural wear patterns on high-touch areas, slight shrinkage along wood joins, and original hand-forged metal hinges or keyholes. The paintwork should display craquelure and layered oxidisation rather than uniform modern distress.

A painted folk cupboard serves as a focal accent against neutral, minimalist walls or contemporary lime-wash finishes. It functions effectively in kitchens, hallways, or dining rooms, adding texture and historic character to modern schemes.

Dust gently using a dry, lint-free microfibre cloth, avoiding water or chemical cleansers that can strip historic paint layers. Maintain stable humidity levels indoors and position the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement and paint flaking.
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