Rare antique Ceylonese wardrobe / almirah by N. Porolis Fernando & Co. Ltd. – House Furnishers, Colombo, Kandy & Bandarawela.
Large period wooden wardrobe featuring beautiful carved floral detailing, an ornamental crown and crest, full-length mirror, storage compartments and lower drawers.
The original brass maker's plaque is still attached and clearly reads:
N. Porolis Fernando & Co. Ltd.
House Furnishers
Colombo, Kandy & Bandarawela
N. Porolis Fernando & Co. was a historic Ceylonese house-furnishing company, making this an interesting piece for antique furniture collectors and collectors of old Sri Lankan / Ceylon furniture.
The wardrobe is being sold in original antique condition, with normal age-related marks and wear. Please refer to the photographs.
Features:
• Original N. Porolis Fernando & Co. maker's plaque
• Extensive carved wooden decoration
• Large ornamental crown / crest
• Full-length mirror
• Multiple storage sections and drawers
• Rare historic Ceylonese furniture piece
Price: Rs. 525,000 – Negotiable
Serious buyers and antique collectors are welcome to inspect.
Buyer to arrange transportation.