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Chinoiserie Compactum Wardrobe
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Chinoiserie Compactum Wardrobe

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 January 1900 · John Howkins Antiques
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A stunning and very decorative Chinoiserie compactum wardrobe by Maples & Co. of London. The figured walnut having wonderful Chinese decoration with scenes of pagodas, islands, junks, fishermen, water carriers, birds, willow trees, kites and Chinese characters. All having wonderful raised lacquer in reds, greens, browns, silver, whites and blacks with high quality gilded highlights. The right hand door opens to a well fitted interior with 2 glass fronted drawers ,4 open shelves and 2 other drawers. The left hand door opens to hanging space with shoe rack below. Condition- very good. Dimensions:- Compactum Wardrobe, Height…72.75’’/ 185cm. Width…37.75’’/ 96cm. Depth…22’’/ 56cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £100

Physical Dimensions
Height
185cm (72.83")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Chinoiserie Compactum Wardrobe to the 1910s.

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SA1230117
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A stunning and very decorative Chinoiserie compactum wardrobe by Maples & Co. of London.
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The figured walnut having wonderful Chinese decoration with scenes of pagodas, islands, junks, fishermen, water carriers, birds, willow trees, kites and Chinese characters.
John Howkins Antiques

All having wonderful raised lacquer in reds, greens, browns, silver, whites and blacks with high quality gilded highlights. The right hand door opens to a well fitted interior with 2 glass fronted drawers ,4 open shelves and 2 other drawers. The left hand door opens to hanging space with shoe rack below. Condition- very good. Dimensions:- Compactum Wardrobe, Height…72.75’’/ 185cm. Width…37.75’’/ 96cm. Depth…22’’/ 56cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £100

Height
185cm (72.83")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Chinoiserie Compactum Wardrobe to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230117
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Chinoiserie Compactum Wardrobe

Archive II A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View II
Archive III A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View III
Archive IV A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View IV
Archive V A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View V
Archive VI A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View VI
Archive VII A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View VII
Archive VIII A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View VIII
Archive IX A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View IX
Archive X A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View X
Archive XI A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View XI
Archive XII A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders. View XII
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NR15 2NR
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A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders.
Chinoiserie Compactum Wardrobe
Ref: SA1230117
A two-door wooden compactum wardrobe decorated with hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes, pagodas, and figures set within dark lacquered borders.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWardrobes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinoiserie
  • MaterialWood, Lacquer, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHand-painted pagodas, cabriole legs, double panelled doors, lacquered landscape
  • SizeH 185 cm (73 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This Chinoiserie compactum wardrobe dates from 1910 and is made from warm brown figured walnut with dark lacquered borders. The double panelled doors display hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes featuring pagodas, islands, figures, birds, and willow trees executed in raised lacquer with gilded highlights. The piece stands on carved cabriole legs with pad feet, has a moulded top cornice, and includes a small brass drop handle situated between the doors. The wardrobe measures 185 cm high, 96 cm wide, and 56 cm deep. It provides both hanging and shelved storage options and works well in a bedroom, dressing room, or hallway to store clothing and accessories while adding a decorative period accent to the interior.

FAQs

Chinoiserie is a European decorative style originating in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries that incorporates stylized East Asian motifs, including pagodas, exotic birds, mountainous landscapes, and figures, often rendered in lacquer, gilt, or polychrome paint.

These pieces are typically constructed from hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, which are then finished with coats of japanware lacquer, varnish, paint, or brass hardware accents.

Authentic pieces exhibit evidence of hand-applied decorative painting rather than modern screen printing, natural age-related wear to the painted surfaces, traditional joinery such as dovetail joints, and appropriate oxidisation on metal hardware.

A Chinoiserie wardrobe serves as a focal point in a master bedroom, guest room, or grand hallway, balancing contemporary minimal furnishings with complex pattern work and historical detail.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement, and avoiding chemical solvents or abrasive polish.
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