19th C French Walnut Ebony & Bronze Empire Curio Vitrine Bookcase

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Fresh from a phenomenal local Rye New York estate, we have a great pleasure to offer you this MUSEUM Quality … Read more Fresh from a phenomenal local Rye New York estate, we have a great pleasure to offer you this MUSEUM Quality Antique 19th Century French Empire Bronze Mounted Cabinet. Cabinet stands tall at 69", divided in two sections, a double door curio / vitrine on the top, and a large single door on the bottom. Napoleon Empire style, straight lines, made of highly contrasting light walnut and black ebony, further adorned with bronze mounts. Inside of top and bottom are two shelves, hence three usable surfaces (2 shelves + bottom), plenty for storage and display. The top is also a solid piece of wood which can serve as a pedestal for a sculpture. Cabinet is bronze mounted all around, please take your time and see all of the detail, they are jewelry quality Empire mounts and beading. Perfect for books or porcelain figurines or art collectibles, the glass doors will protect them and add charm to pieces on display. The secretary desk is in good condition, minor age / use wear if any, amazing for the age (please see photos).Size is great for a house, apartment or office at 69" height, 34.5" wide, and 16.75" deepest point front to back. This I must say is a one of the most beautiful cabinets I've had in years, it will mesh with traditional Empire / Biedermeier style or mid-century modern style alike! See less