Antique Louis XVI Burr and Elm Cabinet with Marble Top, 1890s

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Description

Louis XVI style cabinet dating from the late 19th century, constructed from oak and mahogany with burr elm veneer. The … Read more Louis XVI style cabinet dating from the late 19th century, constructed from oak and mahogany with burr elm veneer. The cabinet has three doors and two drawers, with gold-coloured decorative iron fittings.

The central door features an oval medallion depicting a classically dressed female figure in white relief against a blue-green background. The surrounding gold-coloured metal frame is decorated with foliage, scrolls and ribbon details.

The marble top is light brown and beige, with natural variations in colour and veining. It measures 3.2 cm thick and rests loose on the cabinet. The top can be removed for transport and weighs approximately 60 kg. The complete cabinet weighs approximately 100 kg.

Suitable for use as a sideboard or storage cabinet for tableware, linens and other household items.

Details
Period: late 19th century
Style: Louis XVI
Construction: oak and mahogany
Veneer: burr elm
Decoration: gold-coloured iron fittings and a figurative medallion
Top: removable marble
Storage: three doors and two drawers

Dimensions
Width: 150 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Height: 104 cm
Marble thickness: 3.2 cm
Total weight: approximately 100 kg
Marble weight: approximately 60 kg

Condition
Good antique condition, with wear consistent with age and use. The marble top is intact apart from a few small chips. The central door lock works properly; the locks on the two outer doors do not function. See less