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19th Century Compactum Wardrobe with Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork
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19th Century Compactum Wardrobe with Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork

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19th Century Wardrobe Compactum With Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork

The wardrobe dismantles easily & is constructed in six parts: two upright boxes, each containing two large drawers, a cornice & a plinth. The two boxes locate onto the plinth & are held together by the cornice & additional screws. This makes it possible to take the wardrobe up a normal sized staircase without difficulty. This is now a rare piece of furniture, prized by interior designers as not many have survived without being stripped. The wardrobe is made using large panels of yellow pine. Scumbling is a decorative paint technique & typically refers to the creation of a faux wood grain finish to imitate timbers such as mahogany or oak. The interior consists of two full length hanging sections fitted with brass hanging rails. Each section has two large drawers with gilded swan neck handles. The drawers run beautifully smooth. The wardrobe comes with working locks & keys & has been cleaned throughout & is presented in fine, restored showroom condition, ready for clothes.

Dimensions:Height: 210cm Width: at base: 138.5cm at cornice: 155cm Depth: at base: 60.5cm at cornice: 67cm

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At Richard Anthony Rush Antiques we pride ourselves on supplying top quality pieces carefully chosen for their originality, quality and condition.

Richard has worked as a conservator/restorer for over thirty five years with many eminent clients including the department store Peter Jones in Sloane Square, London (part of the John Lewis Partnership) for whom he restored and supplied antique furniture for over eighteen years.

Every piece supplied by Richard Anthony Rush Antiques is in fine showroom condition and finished to a very high standard. You can expect all furniture to be clean throughout and ready for your home.

We can arrange a full delivery service. Please contact us for a quote or if you would like additional information about any of our pieces.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
210cm (82.68")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

Richard Anthony Rush Antiques has dated this Scumble Painted Compactum Wardrobe to the 19th Century.

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SA1230514
Description
19th Century Wardrobe Compactum With Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork
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The wardrobe dismantles easily & is constructed in six parts: two upright boxes, each containing two large drawers, a cornice & a plinth.
Richard Anthony Rush Antiques

The two boxes locate onto the plinth & are held together by the cornice & additional screws. This makes it possible to take the wardrobe up a normal sized staircase without difficulty. This is now a rare piece of furniture, prized by interior designers as not many have survived without being stripped. The wardrobe is made using large panels of yellow pine. Scumbling is a decorative paint technique & typically refers to the creation of a faux wood grain finish to imitate timbers such as mahogany or oak. The interior consists of two full length hanging sections fitted with brass hanging rails. Each section has two large drawers with gilded swan neck handles. The drawers run beautifully smooth. The wardrobe comes with working locks & keys & has been cleaned throughout & is presented in fine, restored showroom condition, ready for clothes.

fig 1. A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base.
fig 1. 19th Century Compactum Wardrobe with Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork

Dimensions:Height: 210cm Width: at base: 138.5cm at cornice: 155cm Depth: at base: 60.5cm at cornice: 67cm

At Richard Anthony Rush Antiques we pride ourselves on supplying top quality pieces carefully chosen for their originality, quality and condition.

fig 2. A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base.
fig 2. 19th Century Compactum Wardrobe with Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork

Richard has worked as a conservator/restorer for over thirty five years with many eminent clients including the department store Peter Jones in Sloane Square, London (part of the John Lewis Partnership) for whom he restored and supplied antique furniture for over eighteen years.

fig 3. A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base.
fig 3. 19th Century Compactum Wardrobe with Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork

Every piece supplied by Richard Anthony Rush Antiques is in fine showroom condition and finished to a very high standard. You can expect all furniture to be clean throughout and ready for your home.

We can arrange a full delivery service. Please contact us for a quote or if you would like additional information about any of our pieces.

Height
210cm (82.68")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

Richard Anthony Rush Antiques has dated this Scumble Painted Compactum Wardrobe to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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Archive I A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base.

19th Century Compactum Wardrobe with Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork

Archive II A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base. View II
Archive III A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base. View VII
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Richard Anthony Rush Antiques

Richard Anthony Rush Antiques
Telephone 07939 220041 or 07785 737055
Location
The Old Dairy
Manor Road
Hasketon
Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP13 6HZ
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base.
19th Century Compactum Wardrobe With Original Scumble Faux Oak Paintwork
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A 19th-century two-door wooden wardrobe featuring scumble faux oak paintwork, a moulded top cornice, double panelled doors, and a solid plinth base.
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A compactum wardrobe is a specialised 19th-century bedroom storage piece designed to combine hanging space, drawers, and shelving within a single unified cabinet. Originating in the Victorian era, these pieces offered comprehensive clothing organisation in compact bedrooms.

Scumble paintwork, or faux graining, involved applying a translucent glaze over a lighter base coat, which was then manipulated using combs, brushes, and sponges to mimic real oak grain. The piece was typically constructed from pine or softwoods prior to receiving this decorative paint technique.

Authentic 19th-century scumble finishes exhibit natural surface wear, subtle glaze craquelure, and hand-worked grain patterns that differ slightly across panels. Traditional joinery such as hand-cut dovetails, original iron or brass keyhole escutcheons, and pine backboards also confirm era authenticity.

A faux oak wardrobe serves as a warm anchor piece in a neutral bedroom or hallway scheme. Pair it with soft linen textiles, contemporary muted wall tones, and minimal brass accents to highlight its historical texture without overwhelming the space.

To preserve original scumble paintwork, dust regularly with a soft dry microfibre cloth and keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Avoid water, harsh solvents, or abrasive polishes, applying only a high-grade beeswax sparingly if recommended by a conservator.
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