20th Century Burr Walnut Collector's Display Cabinet

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A handsome and finely crafted 20th-century display cabinet, beautifully finished in richly figured burr walnut and distinguished by its extensive … Read more A handsome and finely crafted 20th-century display cabinet, beautifully finished in richly figured burr walnut and distinguished by its extensive glazing, elegant proportions and exceptional decorative veneers. The cabinet features glazed panels to both the front and sides, allowing excellent visibility of the contents from multiple angles while creating a light and elegant appearance. Internally, two glass shelves provide three generous display levels, offering an attractive setting for ceramics, glassware, ornaments, collectibles and other treasured decorative objects. The cabinet retains its key, providing a useful functional detail while contributing to the character and completeness of the piece. Standing on traditional bracket feet, the cabinet has an attractive and well-balanced silhouette that complements the richness and decorative character of the burr walnut. Particularly noteworthy is the quality of the burr walnut figuring. The veneers display dramatic natural patterns, gorgeous grain and rich warm colouring throughout, creating considerable visual depth and making the timber itself one of the principal decorative features of the cabinet. The extensive glazing contrasts beautifully with the richly figured walnut framework, allowing displayed objects to remain clearly visible while showcasing the exceptional veneers surrounding them. with a width of only 63 cm and depth of 36 cm, the cabinet provides useful display capacity while maintaining a relatively compact footprint. Its tall, slender proportions make it particularly suitable for a living room, dining room, library, hallway or study.

Presented in good vintage condition, with appropriate signs of age and historic use consistent with its 20th-century origin. A highly desirable display cabinet combining beautifully figured burr walnut veneers, glazed front and side panels, two internal glass shelves, traditional bracket feet and its retained key within an elegant and timeless design.

Dimensions: Height: 121.5 cm Width: 63 cm Depth: 36 cm Weight: Approximately 35 kg (77 lb). See less