Tall Louis XV Style Display Cabinet with Marble Top, France, 1900s

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This French display cabinet dates from around 1900 and belongs to the type of narrow salon glass furniture of the … Read more This French display cabinet dates from around 1900 and belongs to the type of narrow salon glass furniture of the late 19th century. Its tall, restrained design with curved glass surfaces and a marble top creates a formally unified and clearly structured appearance.

Historical Context: Narrow display cabinets were used around 1900 in salons, dining rooms, or transitional spaces to display porcelain, glassware, or decorative objects both visibly and securely. Their vertical orientation allowed for space-saving use, while glass surfaces and marble were considered hallmarks of refined living. Such furniture combined a prestigious effect with functional presentation.

Features: Curved glass surfaces on the front and sides; fabric-lined interior with shelves. Design: Late Historicist design with French influence, recognizable by the flowing lines, delicate bronze appliqués, and balanced vertical form. The cabinet's structure is clearly defined, with ornamentation used sparingly and subordinate to its structural purpose.

Function: Formerly used as display furniture for porcelain, glassware, or collectibles in prestigious living spaces. Today: Display cabinet for objects, books, or decorative items in living or dining areas. Dimensions in cm: Height × Width × Depth: 139 × 70 × 33 cm. Material and condition: Walnut, glass, marble top, textile interior, brass fittings. Used, age-appropriate condition with visible patina and signs of wear inside; structurally sound, professionally inspected and refurbished. See less