Oak Baroque Wardrobe, German, Mid-18th Century

Baroque oak wardrobe raised on five ball feet, richly carved with compass rose decoration and elaborate ornamental details including coin-band motifs, festoons, and rosettes, arranged within a strong architectural framework. The front features two paneled doors with a decorated central stile above two small drawers. The chamfered corners are embellished with pilaster decoration. Particularly striking are the boldly projecting side panels, also articulated with pilasters, which visually terminate the piece against the wall. The cornice bears the carved inscription “I A M E D M A N N 17.” The interior is fitted with three shelves on the left side and a hanging rail on the right.