French Display Cabinet with Mirrored Back Panel, 1890s

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This impressive display cabinet originates from France and stylistically dates to the late 19th to early 20th century. Its graceful … Read more This impressive display cabinet originates from France and stylistically dates to the late 19th to early 20th century. Its graceful proportions, glazed surfaces, and understated ornamentation lend the piece a serene presence without being overpowering. Refinished in a delicate taupe hue. Features a mirrored back panel. Historical Context: Display cabinets of this type were primarily used in middle-class homes around 1900 to showcase porcelain, glassware, or smaller collectibles in a visible yet protected manner. This type of furniture combines a representative function with practical storage and was particularly common in parlors, dining rooms, or transitional spaces. Features: Full glazing with glass shelves; single door with profiled frame; refinished in French Louis XV style. Design: The design draws on late 19th-century French furniture traditions with clear verticality, gently curved lines, and sparingly used decorative elements. The ornamental details are flat and subordinate to the overall form. Former function: Display of porcelain, glass, or collectibles. Current function: Display case for dishes, books, objects, or curated individual pieces. Dimensions: Height 162 × Width 87 × Depth 44 cm. Material and condition: Beechwood frame with glazed sides and door, fitted with glass shelves inside. Good condition for its age; a small, inconspicuous crack is present in the left side glass panel. The piece of furniture was inspected, cleaned, refurbished, and checked by Kastellan. See less