Antique German Wrought Iron Mounted Painted Pine Schrank/Cupboard
$ 2,699.99
An authentic “Schrank” or folk art armoire or closet was hand made and painted in southern Germany during the 1700’s.
A traditional dowry gift to a wedding couple, KOKS 1787 is painted above the door. The graining and delicate painting of flowers, vines and berries, has had restorations over the centuries, and has been preserved with years of furniture paste wax.
Hand crafted of pine with wooden pegs and hand hammered faceted nails, every surface has hand planing marks from a skilled country carpenter.
The door has a wonderful hand wrought iron open lock and key that still work. Inside, the shelves are fixed.
Description
An authentic “Schrank” or folk art armoire or closet was hand made and painted in southern Germany during the 1700’s.
A traditional dowry gift to a wedding couple, KOKS 1787 is painted above the door. The graining and delicate painting of flowers, vines and berries, has had restorations over the centuries, and has been preserved with years of furniture paste wax.
Hand crafted of pine with wooden pegs and hand hammered faceted nails, every surface has hand planing marks from a skilled country carpenter.
The door has a wonderful hand wrought iron open lock and key that still work. Inside, the shelves are fixed.
CONDITION NOTES: Wear appropriate for age. There are shrinkage separations from age. The crown and feet were restored many years ago. Worming throughout but does not compromise the overall structure of the piece. Very solid.
Additional information
| Dimensions | 44 × 20.5 × 71.25 in |
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