French Empire Style Mahogany Gilt Bronze Vitrine Cabinet Bookshelf, 19th Century

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FRENCH EMPIRE MAHOGANY VITRINE CABINETCirca late 19th CenturyItem # 130009GOU23In two parts, this French Empire Style Mahogany Antique Vitrine Cabinet is a most attractive piece. A piece of convenient proportions, not being overwhelming in any way, the highly appropriate depth and form work to repress the natural glamor of the form. Years of enjoyment in a bright room have mellowed the mahogany into a soft cognac tone, the warm brown-red of the grains perfectly complimented by the burlap backing inside of the glass cabinet - noteworthy and of great charm is the original pane of glass still retained in the door; the light rippled surface of hand blown glass is a most attractive accent.Mounted with cast gilt bronze embellishments of Neoclassical influence, there is a refinement about the overall form that is very striking. The backboards chamfered along their edges to rest in the mitered stiles. While the top is lacking shelves, the "notched" system for the shelves runs along either side to readily accept new glass or wood shelves if you choose to have some crafted. The base has a single shelf, again using the notched track for customizable heights.While it has some flaws, mostly in the form of little dings, chips and the discolored alligatored shellac to the right side of the case, this is a difficult form to come upon and is just delightful with this warm surface. This is an accent piece that is most rich in hue, embellishment and form, a piece you will cherish in your home for a lifetime.Measurements : [total] 87 1/8" height [top] 31 5/8" wide x 51 3/4" high x 13" deep [base] 39 3/4" wide x 35 3/8" high x 16" deepCondition Report:Some alterations. Sunbleached surfaces throughout. Scattered abrasions, dings and other use indicators. Lock of the cabinet does not have a key and currently is extended, locking the glass door. This can be safely opened with a little leverage as the bolts do not project very far, but ideally you will purchase a key that fits the glass door eventually. Gap between lower cabinet door and frame due to shrinkage over the years. Right side of top and base have some craquelure to the shellac with discoloration. Light will need to be rewired. No shelves for the glass cabinet. Please scroll below to see all images for a full overview of condition.ABOUT US:If you visit the shop or even when you call, chances are very high you will almost always see and speak with owner Andrew Silla and his wife Grace. Tim Seylar works diligently at the shop managing all restorations and the delicate art of packaging, but you might also meet Tim if your home is within a 100 mile radius of the shop, as he will generally personally deliver purchases to your home. We have a passion for the elements of a rich and comfortable living space - objects that are rich in surface, clean in line, of exquisite quality and of pure structure. After years of collecting, we began dealing in period antiques in 2009 while living in Germantown, Maryland. What started out as a very focused collection gradually grew into a sizable stock that required a larger space. In 2013, we made another move to be closer to family, moving the entire collection to a 4800 square foot building on the outskirts of Shippensburg in Pennsylvania. It is rurally situated among the hills and farm fields just 11 minutes from the Blue Mountain exit on Route 76E.The Collection Our collection features a large selection of American and English furniture crafted during the one hundred year period of 1740 to 1840, with an extensive collection of both period and "style" Louis XV and XVI furniture and objects d'art. We are very passionate about French bronze sculpture from the last quarter of the 19th century, all examples being selected for their perfect foundry casting and fine hand chasing of details, each a nearly photographic representation of the intended subject.The common thread in all of our objects is an unwavering standard of quality, purity and clarity of line. Each piece is documented with the highe... read more

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