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Late 19th Century Calamander Wood Glazed Cabinet

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A fine late 19th century calamander wood vitrine cabinet, the top, and front veneered in calamander wood and the sides ebonised, the front and corners of the frieze inset with Pâte-sur-pâte plaques within gilt borders, the corners with classical gilt bronze mounts flanking a single hinged glazed door retaining its original key, opening to blue velvet covered shelves. England, circa 1870 Measures: Height 106cm Width 90cm Depth 40cm.
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