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1930'S Birdseye Maple Wardrobe
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£495
Worboys Antiques

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1930'S Birdseye Maple Wardrobe

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Worboys Antiques
Description

1930's Birdseye maple two door wardrobe having a decorative brass handle , the interior is fitted with a front to back hanging rail to the left with a small shelf and further hanging rail to the right , there is also a metal holder for camphor to the interior , raised on a plinth base . The interior dimensions are 165 cm high ( at the highest point ) 165 cm wide and 44 cm deep .

Height

193.5 cm / 76 "

Width

117 cm / 46 1⁄4"

Depth

48.5 cm / 19 1⁄4"

Good Condition Wax Finished With Working Lock & Key

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Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Art Deco Maple Wardrobe to the 1930s.

Independent Date Check ID 09719459
Dealer's Item Date1930s
Sellingantiques Date1930s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-100 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1930s:
Paper factory label on the back: printed English delivery tag from the 1930s.
Pressed metal camphor holder: moth-proofing fitting common in interwar bedroom suites.
Streamlined barrel sides and arched top: fashionable shape in British interwar furniture design.
Single-slot screws on all fittings: standard fixings made before cross-head types appeared.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
193.5cm (76.18")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245637
Dealers Internal Reference
378880
Dealers Notes

Please call us to discuss this item 01494 931812 If sending an enquiry please check your junk emails if you have not heard back from us within 24 hours.

Description
1930's Birdseye maple two door wardrobe having a decorative brass handle , the interior is fitted with a front to back hanging rail to the left with a small shelf and further hanging rail to the right , there is also a metal holder for camphor to the interior , raised on a plinth base . The interior dimensions are 165 cm high ( at the highest point ) 165 cm wide and 44 cm deep .
fig 1. A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon.
fig 1. 1930'S Birdseye Maple Wardrobe

Height

193.5 cm / 76 "

Width

117 cm / 46 1⁄4"

Depth

48.5 cm / 19 1⁄4"

Good Condition Wax Finished With Working Lock & Key

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store.

“
If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.
Worboys Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Art Deco Maple Wardrobe to the 1930s.

Independent Date Report ID 09719459
Dealer's Item Date1930s
Sellingantiques dating1930s
Sellingantiques agingItem 85-100 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1930s:
Paper factory label on the back: printed English delivery tag from the 1930s.
Pressed metal camphor holder: moth-proofing fitting common in interwar bedroom suites.
Streamlined barrel sides and arched top: fashionable shape in British interwar furniture design.
Single-slot screws on all fittings: standard fixings made before cross-head types appeared.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
193.5cm (76.18")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245637
Dealers Internal Ref
378880
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon.

1930'S Birdseye Maple Wardrobe

Archive II A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View II
Archive III A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View III
Archive IV A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View IV
Archive V A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View V
Archive VI A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View VI
Archive VII A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View VII
Archive VIII A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View VIII
Archive IX A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View IX
Archive X A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View X
Archive XI A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View XI
Archive XII A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View XII
Archive XIII A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View XIII
Archive XIV A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon. View XIV
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Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques
Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

By appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wa
Verified Since Jul 2005
Items For Sale 200
Items Sold 6,475
Worboys Antiques
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A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon.
1930's Birdseye Maple Wardrobe
Ref: SA1245637
A freestanding two-door 1930s Art Deco wardrobe constructed from figured birdseye maple veneer with curved side panels and a central circular metal escutcheon.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWardrobes
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialBirdseye Maple, Wood Veneer, Metal
  • ColourWarm Honey
  • MotifsBirdseye maple veneer, Curved side panels, Circular metal escutcheon, Arched top line
  • SizeH 193.5 cm (76 in) x W 117 cm (46 in) x D 48.5 cm (19 in)

This freestanding Art Deco wardrobe originates from the 1930 period and has a warm honey colour with a wax finish. The construction uses figured birdseye maple wood veneer, forming a two-door cabinet with curved side panels, an arched top line, and a plinth base. Hardware details include a central circular metal escutcheon, a decorative brass handle, and a working lock with key. Visible construction elements include vertical grain patterns across the doors and soft curves along the perimeter. Practical dimensions stand at 193.5 cm high, 117 cm wide, and 48.5 cm deep. Inside, the storage arrangement includes a front to back hanging rail on the left with a small shelf, a further hanging rail on the right, and a metal holder for camphor. This large garment storage unit provides wardrobe accommodation in a bedroom or dressing room setting.

FAQs

Art Deco wardrobes from the 1930s typically feature clean geometric lines, soft curved corners, and prominent display of figured timber veneers such as birdseye maple or walnut. Design focused on streamlining visual form while highlighting natural wood patterns.

These wardrobes were commonly built using a solid timber frame faced with high-grade decorative veneers like birdseye maple. Internal elements often utilised secondary woods such as pine or oak, accompanied by brass or cast metal escutcheons and handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit distinctive circular grain patterns characteristic of birdseye maple, along with period-appropriate hardware like stamped metal backplates. Inspection of joinery, internal hanging rails, and original lock mechanisms helps confirm the era.

The warm tone and light timber palette allow the piece to anchor minimalist or contemporary bedrooms. It pairs effectively with warm neutrals, textured linen textiles, and understated brass accent lighting.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth to maintain the finish. Avoid placing the furniture near direct heat sources or in direct sunlight, and apply a clear beeswax polish periodically to nourish the veneer.
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