Antique Victorian Walnut Pier Cabinet with Ormolu Mounts, 1860s

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An antique Victorian walnut inlaid glazed pier cabinet of excellent colour and elegant proportions. Finely crafted in figured walnut and … Read more An antique Victorian walnut inlaid glazed pier cabinet of excellent colour and elegant proportions. Finely crafted in figured walnut and enriched with delicate marquetry inlay and decorative ormolu mounts. This is a classic mid 19th century form designed to sit between windows in reception rooms where it would display the finest household pieces while adding symmetry and refinement to the interior.
The cabinet features a single glazed door opening to shelved storage ideal for displaying silver, glass or decorative objects. The walnut has a warm rich tone with attractive figuring and refined inlaid detail across the frieze and down the uprights. The ormolu mounts frame the piece and add contrast and a subtle sense of luxury without overwhelming the clean lines.
Its slim depth and well balanced proportions make it particularly versatile. Perfect for hallways, drawing rooms or as a drinks or collector’s cabinet. A piece that works just as well in a traditional setting as it does in a more contemporary interior.
Condition report
Good overall condition with age related wear. Interior clean and presentable. Structurally sound.
Dimensions
Height: 106 cm (41.7 in)
Width: 77.5 cm (30.5 in)
Depth: 31.5 cm (12.4 in)
Date: 1860
Origin: English
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