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Adams Paint Decorated Walnut and Satinwood Fitted Drawer Gentleman;s Dresser
$3,995
£3,048.09
€3,470.01
CA$5,615.02
A$6,172.27
CHF 3,240.41
MX$73,392.74
NOK 41,614.27
SEK 37,906.10
DKK 25,926.51
About the Item
This elegant English Adams style paint-decorated satinwood and walnut high chest captures the refined neoclassical aesthetic that defined late 18th-century English design. The chest features finely executed hand-painted motifs including floral swags, ribbons, urns, and classical figural medallions, all set against the glowing satinwood veneer. The upper cabinet doors display painted oval panels with cherubic figures and fitted drawers inside, while the drawers below are richly ornamented with garlands and a central mythological scene, reflecting the artistry of the Adams decorative tradition. Standing on slender turned legs with carved accents, this high chest combines both functionality and decorative beauty, offering ample storage with historical charm.
The Adams Style – A Neoclassical Revolution
The Adams style emerged in the late 18th century, developed by Scottish architect and designer Robert Adam (1728–1792) and his brothers. Drawing inspiration from the discoveries at Pompeii and Herculaneum, the Adams brothers introduced a lighter, more elegant neoclassical vocabulary to English interiors and furniture. Hallmarks of the style include delicate painted decoration, classical urns, festoons, mythological figures, and architectural symmetry. Satinwood, prized for its warm golden tone, became a favored medium for Adams-inspired pieces.
This Adams style satinwood high chest represents not only a practical piece of furniture but also a timeless work of neoclassical artistry. Perfect for collectors, decorators, or those seeking to bring historic English refinement into their home, it stands as a testament to the enduring influence of Robert Adam’s vision on European decorative arts.
Measures 60 tall x 38 wide x 21 deep
- Dimensions:Height: 60 in (152.4 cm)Width: 38 in (96.52 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
- Style:Adam Style (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. original antique distressed condition mostly confined to the legs and feet.
- Seller Location:Swedesboro, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2091346806742
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