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Portuguese 18th Century Carved Solid Chestnut Cabinet

Offered by: Fireside Antiques

Description
Dimensions: 82 ⅜” H x 56” W x 28 ⅜” D

A substantial carved cabinet from Portugal, 18th century if not earlier, made of chestnut wood that has been carefully transformed with reeded, geometric designs on the four doors. In a hybrid style known as “Mudéjar” the decorative arts of the period nodded to the Moorish presence in the Iberian peninsula and global influence from the colonies . Using just a single solid plank for each side of the cabinetry, the interior is divided into upper and lower sections enclosed by these gorgeous doors hung on forged iron hardware with working locks. The top cabinet offers a high, narrow shelf around three sides like a kind of mezzanine over a 22” deep shelf that fills the interior. Below that, to the right side, is a small tabernacle box whose door is also carved with the repetitive lines seen on the exterior doors. The lower cabinet has one shelf, approximately 48” wide x 22” deep. While this cabinet may be nearly 400 years old its solid construction and extraordinary craft would make an astounding addition to any interior. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax to preserve the historic character. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.

More Information

Origin:	Portugal
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Carved, Iron, Chestnut, Hand-Crafted, Wrought Iron.
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1700's
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	5057-5
Incollect Reference #:	836042

Dimensions

W.	56 in;	H.	82.375 in;	D.	28.375 in;
W.	142.24 cm;	H.	209.23 cm;	D.	72.07 cm;

Message from Seller:

Fireside Antiques, founded in 1982 by Cheri McDaniel and Susan Roland, is now owned and operated by the third generation, Laura Roland. For inquiries, contact info@firesideantiques.com or 225.752.9565, and explore our extensive collection either online or at our 18,000 square foot showroom in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.