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Fine Satinwood and Walnut Paint Decorated Adams Style Ladies Vanity 1920s Era

$3,995
£3,040.52
€3,482.23
CA$5,682.24
A$6,226.93
CHF 3,251.83
MX$74,830.65
NOK 40,653.55
SEK 38,342.77
DKK 25,990.93

About the Item

This exquisite English Adams style ladies vanity, crafted in the 1920s, showcases the timeless elegance of neoclassical design blended with early 20th-century craftsmanship. Made of fine satinwood and walnut, this vanity is richly paint decorated with floral swags, ribbons, urns, and charming cherubic figural medallions on the cabinet doors. The delicate hand-painted ornamentation is framed by the warm glow of satinwood inlay, while the walnut structure provides strength and stability. Standing on turned and carved legs, the vanity features a shaped front with central drawer space and refined detailing, making it both practical and decorative. The Adams Style – History & Influence The Adams style, named for Scottish architect Robert Adam (1728–1792) and his brothers, defined neoclassical taste in late 18th-century England. Inspired by archaeological discoveries at Pompeii and Herculaneum, the Adams brothers introduced interiors and furnishings that emphasized symmetry, lightness, and classical motifs. Hallmarks of the style include delicate painted decoration, festoons, urns, mythological figures, and refined architectural lines. Satinwood, often paired with walnut or mahogany, became a preferred wood for Adams-influenced furniture due to its luminous golden tone. This 1920s vanity beautifully captures the spirit of Adams revival design, offering both functionality and artistry. Perfect for collectors, decorators, or enthusiasts of historic English furniture, it represents a piece of neoclassical-inspired elegance that remains relevant in both traditional and eclectic interiors today. Measures 52 wide x 21 deep x 32.75 tall.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.75 in (83.19 cm)Width: 52 in (132.08 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
  • Style:
    Adam Style (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. antique related distressing mainly confined at the legs but in overall good original finish and condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Swedesboro, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2091346807222

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