English, ca. 1820
This Regency-period cabinet is crafted from richly figured mahogany and adorned with elegant bronze mounts that highlight its refined decorative character.
The rectangular form is topped with a substantial, molded cornice displaying the warm tones and natural grain of the wood. The front is centered by a pair of glazed doors framed in mahogany and bronze mouldings., allowing a clear view of the interior shelves.
Surrounding the doors are finely cast gilt-bronze mounts featuring neoclassical motif rosettes, floral garlands, and stylized acanthus ornament typical of early nineteenth-century Regency design.
The cabinet stands on a shaped base with a bould curved apron, also accented with bronze gilt decoration.
The overall effect balances classical restraint with decorative richness. Both functional and ornamental, the cabinet was designed to display treasured books or objects while contributing warmth, craftsmanship, and dignified elegance to an interior.
Dimensions
Width 113 cm (44 1/2″)
Height 103.5 cm (40 3/4′)
Depth 66cm (26″)
£32,000
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