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Discovered during a sourcing trip to Santa Fe from the distinguished Parks Estate, this charming antique cabinet reflects the rustic …
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Discovered during a sourcing trip to Santa Fe from the distinguished Parks Estate, this charming antique cabinet reflects the rustic elegance of Southwestern and Spanish Colonial–influenced furniture.
The piece features a beautifully hand-carved shell crest pediment, a motif often seen in Spanish Colonial and mission-inspired decorative arts. Below, a ventilated door composed of turned wooden spindles opens to reveal multiple interior shelves originally designed for storing bread, baked goods, or pantry provisions.
Before the widespread adoption of refrigeration, cabinets such as this functioned as bread safes or kitchen safes, allowing air to circulate while protecting food from insects and rodents. Similar forms—commonly known as pie safes or bread cupboards—were a staple of American kitchens throughout the 19th century.
Crafted from solid wood with a warm, aged patina, the cabinet displays the irregularities and character of handmade furniture: visible tool marks, primitive joinery, and a beautifully worn surface that speaks to decades of use.
The spindle-front door provides both ventilation and sculptural interest, making this cabinet equally compelling as a decorative storage piece.
With its sculptural silhouette and rich patina, this cabinet is an ideal accent for collectors of primitive, Spanish Colonial, or Southwestern furniture.
Dimensions:
39.75" Wide
13.25" Deep
67" Tall
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- Dimensions
- 39.75ʺW × 13.25ʺD × 67ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition consistent with age and use. The cabinet retains its original rustic character with a beautifully aged patina … moreGood antique condition consistent with age and use. The cabinet retains its original rustic character with a beautifully aged patina developed over decades of use. less
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