Alpine Green Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Alpine Green Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Period: circa 1860
Origin: Tyrol
Species: Fir

Measurements:
Height: 49cm
Width: 113cm
Depth: 51cm

Description:
Tyrolean chest entirely painted in sage green. On the front, two flower baskets are enclosed in ivory-colored panels. On the sides and on the lid there are other floral decorations with ramages. Antique and working lock.
This piece of furniture has already been restored about fifty years ago, the paintings in the deteriorated parts were restored and the structure was reinforced.
Today it requires further internal cleaning and polishing with shellac, a 100% natural, alcohol-based varnish that gives a beautiful golden effect to the ancient wood.

Information on the restoration
Our laboratory guarantees the conservative restoration of each piece of furniture while respecting its integrity.
Each piece of furniture is treated to guarantee solidity and hygiene.

In particular, the following are carried out:

– structural restoration
– accurate anti-woodworm treatment
– cleaning and sanitizing of interiors
– external finish with natural beeswax
– internal finish with shellac (alcohol-based natural paint)

Upon request, we can agree on the desired degree of restoration and the customization of the internal fittings (coat hanger poles, shelves, etc…).