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Pair of English Mid-19th Century Porcelain Mounted Thuyawood Cabinets

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A Rare and Fine Pair of Side Cabinets Constructed in thuyawood with kingwood crossbanding, and exuberantly dressed with gilt bronze mounts; of arc-en-arbalette form, rising from a plinth base with bracket feet, having central doors, housed within circular columns, centred with 'Sevres' style plaques, depicting 'Fête Galante' scenes in the manner of Watteau, within elliptical gilt bronze foliate frames, flanked with serpentine glazed doors, enclosing shelved interiors. Over, three-quarter gilt bronze arcaded galleries. English, circa 1860 This pair of cabinets is illustrated in Christopher Payne's 'British Furniture 1820-1920,' and showcases the French influences on English furniture design of the 1860s. Dimensions: H: 44.5 in / 113 cm | W: 48.5 in / 123 cm | D: 17.5 in / 44 cm Literature: Payne Christopher. British Furniture 1820 to 1920 : The Luxury Market. ACC Art Books 2023, p. 253 (illus. fig. 5.63).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 45 in (114.3 cm)Width: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Depth: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 94231stDibs: LU954737351282
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