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Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Wardrobe by Hille for Harrods
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Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Wardrobe by Hille for Harrods

1900 - 1920
Description

An absolutely stunning and very rare antique lacquered chinoiserie wardrobe by Hille. This was made in England by Salamon Hille, it was made for and retailed by the famous London department store Harrods, it dates from around the 1900-1920’s period.

It is of exceptional quality and is a really useful size, it is not too imposing yet offers lots of storage space. The lacquered chinoiserie decorations are incredibly beautiful, this has wonderful all round patina.

The right hand section contains removable shelving and internal drawers, the left hand section is double width, with a horizontal hanging rail and coat hooks.

This is in excellent all round condition for its age, with only a some minor marks and extremely minor surface wear to be seen here and there.

This breaks down into four pieces for ease of transport, the top and base come away from the single right hand section and double left hand section.

Width – 62.5 inches , 159 cm

Depth – 22.5 inches , 57 cm

Height – 75 inches , 190 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
190cm (74.80")
Width
159cm (62.60")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Black Chinoiserie Lacquer Wardrobe to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237855
Dealers Internal Reference
13596
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Description
An absolutely stunning and very rare antique lacquered chinoiserie wardrobe by Hille.
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This was made in England by Salamon Hille, it was made for and retailed by the famous London department store Harrods, it dates from around the 1900-1920’s period.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. A large black lacquered three-door wardrobe decorated with detailed gold chinoiserie landscapes and supported by cabriole feet.
fig 1. Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Wardrobe by Hille for Harrods

It is of exceptional quality and is a really useful size, it is not too imposing yet offers lots of storage space. The lacquered chinoiserie decorations are incredibly beautiful, this has wonderful all round patina.

fig 2. A large black lacquered three-door wardrobe decorated with detailed gold chinoiserie landscapes and supported by cabriole feet.
fig 2. Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Wardrobe by Hille for Harrods

The right hand section contains removable shelving and internal drawers, the left hand section is double width, with a horizontal hanging rail and coat hooks.

This is in excellent all round condition for its age, with only a some minor marks and extremely minor surface wear to be seen here and there.

fig 3. A large black lacquered three-door wardrobe decorated with detailed gold chinoiserie landscapes and supported by cabriole feet.
fig 3. Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Wardrobe by Hille for Harrods

This breaks down into four pieces for ease of transport, the top and base come away from the single right hand section and double left hand section.

Width – 62.5 inches , 159 cm

Depth – 22.5 inches , 57 cm

Height – 75 inches , 190 cm

Height
190cm (74.80")
Width
159cm (62.60")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Black Chinoiserie Lacquer Wardrobe to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237855
Dealers Internal Ref
13596
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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A large black lacquered three-door wardrobe decorated with detailed gold chinoiserie landscapes and supported by cabriole feet.
Antique Lacquered Chinoiserie Wardrobe by Hille for Harrods
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectArmoires & Wardrobes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinoiserie
  • MaterialLacquer, Wood, Brass, Gold Leaf
  • ColourBlack, Gold
  • MotifsChinoiserie landscapes, Cabriole legs, Gilded pagodas, Japanned lacquer work
  • SizeH 190 cm (75 in) x W 159 cm (63 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

This large three-door wardrobe dates from the 1900-1920 period in an English Chinoiserie style, attributed to maker Hille for Harrods. Constructed from wood with a black and gold japanned lacquer finish, it displays intricate gilded landscapes featuring pagodas, figures and natural motifs across the three doors, complemented by decorative borders, moulding details at the top and base, and curved cabriole feet with claw elements. The interior offers a double-width section on the left with a horizontal hanging rail and coat hooks, alongside a right-hand section fitted with removable shelving and internal drawers. Measuring 190 cm high, 159 cm wide and 57 cm deep, the piece separates into four modular components comprising the top, base, single right section, and double left section. It is suited for placement in a master bedroom or dressing room to provide substantial storage capacity while serving as a statement focal point within traditional or eclectic interior schemes.

FAQs

Chinoiserie is a European decorative style originating in the seventeenth century that involves the interpretation and imitation of East Asian artistic traditions, characterised by intricate hand-painted landscapes, pagodas, and gilded decoration on lacquered surfaces.

Traditional European lacquered or japanned furniture generally features a hardwood or soft timber frame coated with multiple layers of resin-based lacquer or shellac, decorated with gold leaf, raised gesso work, and pigment details.

Authentic pieces often exhibit detailed hand-painted figures, fine age-related crazing within the varnish layers, natural oxidation on metal fittings, and traditional joinery techniques such as hand-cut dovetail joints.

A substantial black lacquered Chinoiserie armoire serves as a dominant focal point in a bedroom or dressing room, pairing effectively with neutral wall finishes, contemporary textiles, and understated brass metal accents.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or adjacent to heat sources to prevent cracking, fading, or lifting of the delicate lacquer layers.
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