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Second Empire period gilt bronze and kingwood display cabinet

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Second Empire period gilt bronze and kingwood display cabinet
French, c. 1860
Height 218cm, width 128cm, depth 42cm

This fine display cabinet, dating from the Napoleon III period, is luxuriously crafted from kingwood mounted with gilt bronze. The cabinet is of two sections: an upper section with twin glazed doors, and a lower section with twin unglazed doors. The upper section features two doors, each with two panes of glass contained within a shaped kingwood window, the doors above two drawers and a writing slide. The wood throughout is superbly veneered, displaying the warm character of kingwood, while the extensive gilt bronze mounts are fine demonstrations of the Neoclassical style.

The cabinet features a finishing label that reads ‘Custom finishing done by / N. Villacres Co. / 2418 18th St., N.W. Washington’.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Glass, Kingwood, Ormolu.
Creation Date:	1860
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Empire
Dealer Reference #:	4110
Incollect Reference #:	795801

Dimensions

W.	50.39 in;	H.	85.83 in;	D.	16.54 in;
W.	128 cm;	H.	218 cm;	D.	42 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery, located in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, specializes in exceptional art and antiques from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists and craftsmen. With a focus on quality and historical importance, our diverse collection unites exquisite pieces that exemplify unparalleled artistry. | jamie@mayfairgallery.com | 44.207.491.3435 |