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Folk Art Painted Cabinet, Central Europe, dated 1814
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Antique Central European folk art cabinet made of solid pine wood and dated 1814, as indicated by the painted inscription on the upper cornice. Originating from Central Europe, cabinets of this type were an essential part of rural household furniture and were traditionally used for storing clothing, linens and domestic textiles.
The piece features a robust structure with a central paneled door and a practical interior storage space. Its exterior is richly decorated with hand-painted polychrome folk decoration combining green, red and ochre tones. The front panels display stylized floral motifs and ornamental geometric patterns, characteristic of traditional folk furniture from regions such as Austria, Hungary or southern Germany. The upper frieze preserves the original painted inscription with a name and date, a common feature in rural furniture that was often produced as part of a wedding dowry or an important domestic piece. The surface retains a historic patina with natural wear developed over more than two centuries, enhancing the authenticity and character of the cabinet.
Today, folk painted cabinets like this integrate beautifully into contemporary interiors, adding color, history and personality to spaces inspired by rustic, European folk or wabi-sabi interiors.
Details
Ref.: AM30115
Dimensions: 118 cm width × 44 cm depth × 180 cm height
Style: Folk Art
Materials and techniques: solid softwood, likely pine, with hand-painted decoration
Place of origin: Central Europe
Period: Early 19th century
Date of manufacture: 1814
Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use, with patina and traces of original paint.
This piece is part of the collection of Amaru Antiques, Barcelona.
The state of conservation is optimal, except for the characteristic imperfections of any antique produced by the passage of time.
Give a point of originality to your home with a unique piece, which merges with the contemporary style bringing personality to your home. This antique armoire in folk art style can be combined with any of our chests of drawers or with our available antique coffee tables.
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Additional details:
- Brand: AMARU
- Style: Folk Art
- Material: Pine
- Material: Softwood
- Material: Paint
- Colour: Ochre
- Period: Early 19th century
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsRed, GreenHeight118 cmWidth44 cmDepth180 cm
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ProfessionalGelida (Barcelona), SpainOn Whoppah since July 2026 • 0 sales