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charming and highly decorative late 19th-century French wall cabinet originally crafted as a case for a traditional Comtoise (Morbier) weight-driven …
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charming and highly decorative late 19th-century French wall cabinet originally crafted as a case for a traditional Comtoise (Morbier) weight-driven clock.
Made in solid oak with a warm aged patina, the cabinet is crowned by a carved crest pediment and stands on turned bun feet. The paneled door is richly decorated with a striking cast brass heraldic figure of a medieval knight holding a shield, framed by scrolling foliate ornament. Brass corner appliqués further enhance the Renaissance Revival character of the piece.
Originally designed to house the pendulum and weights of a Comtoise clock, the cabinet retains its original clock-style hanging rings on the back. The interior has since been fitted with shelving, allowing the piece to function today as a practical wall cupboard while preserving its historic charm.
Decorative cabinets of this type were produced in eastern France in the late 19th century and often accompanied the region’s famous Comtoise clocks.
Today the cabinet works beautifully as:
a bar cabinet
spice cupboard
bathroom wall cabinet
display cabinet for small decorative objects
The sculptural heraldic ornament and architectural crest give the piece the presence of a miniature clock case, making it both functional storage and an eye-catching decorative accent.
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- Dimensions
- 13.25ʺW × 7.25ʺD × 19.5ʺH
- Styles
- Renaissance Revival
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Condition Good antique condition with wear consistent with age and use. Minor surface marks and patina throughout. Interior shelves appear … moreCondition Good antique condition with wear consistent with age and use. Minor surface marks and patina throughout. Interior shelves appear to have been added later when the cabinet was converted from its original clock housing. less
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