A stunning antique 19th century Italian rosewood display cabinet

An antique 19th century Italian rosewood two tier display cabinet of very fine quality.

The piece comprising of two sections each with glazed doors and side panels, the top narrower cabinet raised over the wider base. 

With wonderful elongated barley twist coloumn supports, gilded moulding, surmounted with finials of urn form.

The beautifully figured rosewood and burgundy silk interior linings give the cabinet an elegant aesthetic, which make it ideal option to display fine antiques such as porcelain or natural history collectibles.

This cabinet would ceratinly fall into the relm of a 'wunderkammer'  in English more often referred to as a cabinet of curiosity. Its elaborate styling, extensive use of glass to illuminate the interior, make it the perefect example of one these types of curio cabinets.

During the 18th and 19th century, the collecting and sourcing of the weird and wonderful was at its paramount, therefore cabinets of this nature were produced to allow collectors a way to present their prized pieces from around the globe. 

We have fitted none permanent discreet LED lighting to both sections, allowing items housed to be illuminated if chosen. The lighting is battery powered meaning the cabinet does not need to be near a power source. The lighting can be removed at any time leaving no trace, this can also be done by us at the buyer's request. 

The glass shelf in the top section is also removable, allowing the flexibility for taller pieces to be displayed.

Dimensions:

183.5cm high, 90cm widest point.

Top section interior :-

height - 69.3cm

width -  49cm 

depth - 24.7cm

shelf height 39.5cm

Bottom section interior :-

height - 71.4cm

width - 63cm

depth - 32cm

The cabinet has survived well, with the beautiful rosewood veneers still in lovely condition. 

The glass panels are original period glass. Some age related wear and tear as illustated in the listing images.

It is structually sound and ready to use.

The glass shelf is a modern replacement.

Some of the hinges appear to have been replaced during its life.

Some gaps between cabinet door and carcass on the hinge side.

Minor historic non active wood worm to only a small area. This was treated to ensure peace of mind.