Antique 20th Century Oak Glazed Display Cabinet

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A striking and beautifully detailed 20th-century oak glazed display cabinet, combining traditional craftsmanship, generous display capacity and attractive decorative detailing … Read more A striking and beautifully detailed 20th-century oak glazed display cabinet, combining traditional craftsmanship, generous display capacity and attractive decorative detailing within an elegant and well-proportioned design. Very well made and of fine quality, this handsome cabinet provides an impressive setting for displaying china, glassware, books, collectibles and other treasured objects while retaining considerable character and visual appeal. The front is fitted with beautifully leaded glazed doors, allowing the contents to remain clearly visible while introducing an attractive traditional decorative element to the cabinet. The doors open to reveal three adjustable internal shelves, creating four generous display levels. The adjustable arrangement allows the interior configuration to be altered to accommodate objects of varying heights and sizes. Finely carved linenfold decoration enhances the front of the cabinet, introducing depth, texture and architectural interest. This traditional carved detailing works particularly well alongside the leaded glazing and richly figured oak. A raised gallery crowns the cabinet, providing an elegant finishing detail and further enhancing its traditional character. Without the gallery, the main cabinet stands approximately 123 cm high. The oak has matured beautifully, displaying gorgeous natural grain, rich warm colouring and attractive tonal variation throughout. Its characterful appearance provides an ideal backdrop for both the carved decoration and leaded glass. At 94 cm wide and only 31 cm deep, the cabinet provides considerable display capacity while retaining a relatively shallow profile, making it particularly versatile for a dining room, living room, hallway, library or study. Presented in good vintage condition, with appropriate signs of age and historic use consistent with its 20th-century origin. A highly desirable oak display cabinet combining adjustable shelving, beautiful leaded glazing, finely carved linenfold decoration and richly matured timber within an impressive traditional design. Dimensions: Height: 128 cm Width: 94 cm Depth: 31 cm Height Without Gallery: 123 cm Shelf Heights: Top: 22 cm Second: 22.5 cm Third: 28 cm Bottom: 25 cm Weight: Approximately 50 kg (110 lb). See less