Alexander Roux Serpentine Inlaid Side Cabinet’ Uses Mainly Light Wood Materials

A stunning French 19th century Napoleon III period ebony, ormolu, marble and exotic wood cabinet. The cabinet is raised by elegant topie shaped feet with fine foliate ormolu bands. T...

"This ebony ormolu cabinet is crafted from Empire style ebony under Napoleon III. In the 19th century, the Empire style prevailed in the years 1800 to 1815. Symmetry of lines, balance and order are characteristic of Empire style. This style embodies the art of sophistication, seduction and at the same time imbued with the greatness of Napoleon III. Thus, luxury Napoleon III style cabinet has very rampant arrogance and pathos, drama and flair. The top of the French cabinet is luxurious and noble white marble. Below the marble is a two-wing cabinet made from jet black ebony with mysterious and classy colors. The borders are acanthus motifs in the colors of ancient Greece. Consecutive acanthus motifs surround the pentagonal cabinet. The upper two corners of the front face are carved with the bust of a beautiful and elegant woman. French aristocratic beauty in the 19th century. Engraved curves combined with classic acanthus and anthemia motifs bring indescribable beauty. Marquetry brings a glamorous and glossy look to the French ormolu cabinet...

"This luxury cabinet is exquisitely crafted by artisans under Napoleon III in the famous Empire, Consulat style of the 1800s to 1815s. Empire style stands out for its symmetry of mot...

A magnificent rectangular black 2-door cabinet in Napoleon III style. Large and small details are gilt, bringing antique and luxurious looks. Brass medallions are centrally mounted on each door and also adorn the upper facade of the cabinet. The inside of the cabinet is divided into three horizontal shelves. At the bottom of the cabinet, there is a figure of a woman's mask, decorated with floral motifs, notably acanthus leaves and it is completed on the side with a rich ornamentation of gilded bronzes caryatides. The borders running along the cabinet are all gilt and engraved with beautiful patterns. On the two cabinet doors, there are two big figures encased in an oval border, representing Apollo, the god of music, and Hermes, the messenger of the gods. Both are the son of Zeus, and they are also frequently present in mythological tales about the other. When Hermes was just a toddler, he once left his cradle to steal the cattle of his half-brother Apollo. Apollo soon discovered that his flock was missing and began to search the surrounding area. Of course, Apollo was the god of prophecy, so he soon found out about the thief and furiously went to Mount Cyllene to find Hermes in his cave. He grabbed the infant and took him to Mount Olympus, to be judged by their master Zeus, the king of the gods. In front of Zeus, Hermes initially denied everything, but in the end, he had to confess. Zeus found the story quite amusing, so he did not punish Hermes, but only required him to return the flock. Hermes regretted what he had done and offered Apollo his lyre as a gift. The lyre was a musical instrument that Hermes had created all by himself from the shell of a turtle. To repay Hermes for his kindness, Apollo returned the gesture by giving Hermes a golden staff...

French bronze-mounted Ebonized and Pietra Dura cabinet Empire style ormolu and Pietra dura cabinet from 19th c. Napoleon III ormolu veneered eb...

French 19th Century Napoleon III Period cabinet. This cabinet is after very good quality renovation.

French serpentine marquetry inlaid display cabinet, with a hand painted porcelain panel in the center cartouche. It features heavy cast brass fittings, moldings, and gallery. The doo...

Mahogany inlaid display cabinet the swan neck pediment above a pair of glazed doors opening to reveal upholstered silk interior with two glazed shelves. flanked by serpentine ends. T...

Monagrammed "AMH" and dated 1938 - with original sketches and plans by the designer - the inlays inspired by the "Arabian Nights".

A stunning antique English Edwardian satinwood serpentine display cabinet, Circa 1890 in date, The top part is surmounted with a stunning...

A 1900s Edwardian Inlaid Maple Side Cabinet measuring 17.5" in width, 14" in depth and stands 28.5" tall. Very fine and intricate inlays on door.

Italian inlaid wood marquetry collectors cabinet with multiple drawers and lion head pull. Circa 1830s.