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19th Century French Louis XV Marble Top Rosewood Cabinet with "Faux-Book" Door

$1,200
£890.45
€1,037.25
CA$1,670.41
A$1,860.15
CHF 968.11
MX$22,935.43
NOK 12,329.57
SEK 11,588.60
DKK 7,739.16
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About the Item

Decorate a powder room, an entry or hallway with this elegant antique cabinet. Crafted in France circa 1880, the tall cabinet stands on cabriole legs. The piece is topped with a delicate marble slab and framed with a decorative brass gallery. The front showcases a faux book or "Trompe l'Oeil" door on the facade, a pull out tray in the center dressed with leather. Below, a single cabinet door with a geometric marquetry pattern opens to reveal storage space. The cabinet is in good condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns a rich walnut patina. Marble has two hairline cracks but very stable (see detailed images). Some water stain rings on leather (see detailed images). 16"W x 11"D x 44"H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44 in (111.76 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Marble has two hairline cracks but very stable (see detailed images). Some water stain rings on leather (see detailed images).
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 241-1341stDibs: LU951238865222

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