19th century French Bookcase Cabinet Carved Oak Black Forest Renaissance Display
Superb 19th century Antique French Dark Oak “Hunt Cabinet”, Bookcase, Vitrine or Display Cabinet!
Direct from France, and one of several exquisite glass door bookcase/cabinets from our most recent container. Wonderfully hand carved oak pieces in the highly sought-after Black Forest, Gothic, Renaissance Revival and Barley Twist styles, all 19th century and in wonderful condition. Any of them would make a statement piece for your home or office!
THIS CABINET is tall and majestic, (over 7 ft.), with a SLENDER PROFILE (41”), excellent for placement throughout the home.
The large, carved high crown is flanked by carved lion masks with center banding of foliate scrolls. Carved arched trim frames the glass upper door with carved Black Forest fruit, nuts and foliage the length of the door.
A full-length, carved front and dovetailed joint drawer rests between two carved lion masks. The door is framed with matching trim to the upper cabinet; carved Black Forest fruit/foliate the length of the door.
Large, paneled lower door has geometric moulding design with a center lion mask medallion.
Quality throughout, well built by craftsmen of the period, c1880.
Measurements: Over 7 ft. tall! 89” ht. x 41” x 20”.
Base only, 39” ht. x 38” x 20”.
Top only, 50” ht. x 41” x 15”.
Two upper shelves, 30.75” x 7.25”.
NOTE: All of our antiques are direct from Europe. I personally select each item for the quality, design and unique characteristics that you will always find in our distinctive inventory at Geaux Vintage Antiques. …”with all that, why ‘Geaux’ anywhere else?” …
Condition: Good condition for its age, normal signs of age, use, dings, scratches, imperfections, separations. Keys included, but old locks are not guaranteed. Included multiple photos should be considered as an integral part of the description.
Shipping: Due to the larger size, this item requires freight service. White glove service, fully insured, FOB Shreveport, delivered and placed inside your home (first floor only). Typically, 5-7 weeks, depending on your location. Free pick-up is also available at our location in Shreveport, LA. Please contact Geaux Vintage Antiques with any questions or for more photos!
