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A rare and imposing Empire-style display cabinet, crafted in richly grained flame mahogany and adorned with finely cast gilt bronze …
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A rare and imposing Empire-style display cabinet, crafted in richly grained flame mahogany and adorned with finely cast gilt bronze mounts. This tall and narrow vitrine stands as a striking example of late 19th-century French craftsmanship infused with the aesthetic grandeur of the Retour d’Égypte, a decorative influence inspired by Napoleon’s Egyptian campaign.
The piece features powerful bronze embellishments: Egyptian-style caryatid female busts, a laurel wreath, an imperial eagle in high relief crowning the top, and classic paw feet. Originally reworked by its previous owners into a rifle display cabinet (ratelier), it offers a distinctive and evocative presence, ideal for collectors of militaria, rare instruments, or historical objects.
Dimensions:
Width: 74.5 cm (29.3")
Depth: 41.5 cm (16.3")
Height: 179 cm (70.5")
Internal compartments:
– Lower space: 123 cm (48.4") height
– Upper shelf: 34 cm (13.4") height
An additional shelf is included to adjust vertical spacing as needed.
Features:
Flame mahogany veneer with warm patina
Interior lined in deep red velvet (removable)
Single original glass door
Gilded bronze figures and decorative motifs: laurel crown, eagle, caryatids
Paw feet in cast bronze
Condition: Structurally sound, minor veneer flaws visible in lower left panel (see photos)
Why we love it:
Because it stands proudly at the crossroads of history and design. with its noble proportions and strong decorative vocabulary, this piece is more than furniture—it is a stage for stories, a showcase for passions. Whether used as a collector’s cabinet, gun case, or simply a decorative statement, it brings both gravitas and drama to any interior.
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- Dimensions
- 29.13ʺW × 16.14ʺD × 70.47ʺH
- Styles
- Empire
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Mahogany
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Heavy Signs of Use,Patina Consistent with Age and Use Heavy Signs of Use,Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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