Henry Faulkner Estate Neoclassical Painted Commode, 18th/19th C.
Item Details
Provenance: Estate of Henry Faulker, purchased at a sale conducted by Thompson & Riley Associates of Lexington, Kentucky in 1983.
A Venetian neoclassical small cupboard featuring original hand-painted polychrome decoration on a cream ground. The single door and side panels are adorned with floral garlands, ribbons, and central medallions containing pastoral or landscape scenes. The piece features a faux-marbelized top, a single interior shelf, and is raised on a bracket base. Construction details include hand-planed backboards with visible shrinkage cracks and iron hardware typical of the period.
| Type | Commode |
| Materials | Painted wood |
| Period | Late 18th/Early 19th Century |
Condition
- overall with various scratches, marks, nicks, abrasions and wear consistent with age and use; scattered finish/paint loss; crazing.
Dimensions
- This item may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
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Item #
ITMGR94189
