English Cabinets

Antique quality Edwardian mahogany inlaid corner cabinet having a fine inlay decoration which makes this an altogether striking piece. It boasts a charming shaped inlaid gallery top ...

This highly important secrétaire-cabinet was crafted for and specially ordered by King George I for the British Ambassador to Russia. From its craftsmanship and materials to its exceptional artistry, it is a work of royal and historic significance that exudes power in each and every detail. The broken pediment at its apex features the simplified royal coat of arms bearing the king’s crown, while the interior is adorned by portraits of the British Royal Family. Placed within the ambassador’s St. Petersburg home, this entirely unique piece of furniture would have been a potent reminder of England's grandeur and political importance. Relations between England and Russia during this period were at an all-time high. Peter the Great had traveled to England in 1698 as part of his widely known “Grand Embassy” tour, wherein he attempted to gain foreign support against the Ottoman Empire. He spent a period of nearly four months there, meeting with King William III and his court on numerous occasions. Noted academic Arthur MacGregor wrote concerning the impact of the trip, “For two decades following Peter's visit, British influence in Russia reached a peak. It manifested itself in social custom, in craft practice and in ships and naval organization... it reached a significant sector of the population before relations cooled once again and the two nations pulled back from this era of unprecedented cordiality.” First and foremost, however, it is a reminder of British might and influence. By the reign of King George I, England had come into its own as a world power. Unique in its design, this cabinet is a reflection of the country’s might. It is crafted from the highest-quality solid walnut and burr walnut adorned by gilded lock plates and engraved hinges. The presence of ormolu at its apex and lining the doors was a rarity for this period, and its addition makes manifest the importance of the design. The outer doors open to reveal multiple interiors, including fifteen separate drawers around a central cupboard; the cupboard doors each bear mezzotint portraits of George I and his father, Ernest Augustus, Elector of Hanover. An etching after the portrait of George I dating to circa 1716 is in London’s Royal Academy. A second, inner pair of doors are adorned by mezzotints of the Prince and Princess of Wales (later Queen Caroline and George II), which are both after portraits by Sir Godfrey Kneller dated 1716 in the Royal Collection. A final portrait is revealed on the very interior of the cabinet, where a mezzotint of Frederick, Anne, Amelia and Caroline, children of the Prince of Wales, resides. An etching (circa 1715-1720) after this portrait can be found in the National Portrait Gallery (London). Apart from its abundance of royal portraiture, the cabinet features stunning painted decoration, including floral designs as well as clouds, birds and trees in a bucolic motif reminiscent of Eden. Its lower portion is a study in both form and function, featuring a fitted secrétaire-drawer above three additional drawers for storage. The cabinet appears in The Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture by R. Edwards from 1964, a text that is regarded as the bible of British furniture design. Edwards describes it as a “writing cabinet...given by George I to the British Ambassador at the Russian court.” The cabinet was likely made for the 18th-century German diplomat and writer Friedrich Christian Weber, who represented English interests at the Russian court from 1714 until 1719. Although Weber’s tenure as ambassador was relatively short, while in St. Petersburg, he authored his account entitled Das veraenderte Russland (The Present State of Russia), which was published in three volumes in 1721, 1739 and 1740. It may, however, also have been made for George Douglas, 2nd Earl of Dumbarton, who served as ambassador alongside Weber in 1716. Diplomatic relations ceased between the two countries in 1721. In 1928, the cabinet appeared for sale at the International Exhibition of Antiques & Works of Art in Olympia. It had previously been in the collection of the Woltner family of Bordeaux, the celebrated vintners who owned the estate Château Laville Haut-Brion and produced wine of the same name. According to the family, Monsieur Woltner was given the cabinet as a gift from an aunt who lived in Russia for many years. After leaving the Woltner collection, the cabinet was acquired by William Berry...

A handsome vintage double haberdashery or haberdasher's cabinet of patinated oak, with paneled sides from England featuring: (16) glass-fronted drawers over four cupboard style draw...

Extraordinary quality Old English bookmatched burr walnut and hand-carved Georgian style drinks cabinet "Reproduced" from an original early 18th century George I cabinet. These dr...

A circa 1820 English Regency period pedestal or dwarf cabinet of rectangular form having original Septarian stone top on parcel-gilt and faux-painted rosewood grain case, the locking...

A pretty late Georgian mahogany display case, the broken pediment top with dentil mouldings above a pair of gilt acanthus leaf decorations and line inlay framing a glass door. The in...

England, circa 1820 A fine early 19th century cabinet, with finely figured timber, with yellow silk panels with brass grills to the front, the interior with single shelf. Height ...

Stunning Identical Pair of French bow front Santos Mahogany with well veined marble topped Bedside Lockers Nightstands of outstanding quality, last quarter of the Nineteenth Century, made by Edinburgh Cabinet Makers J & T Scott 10 George Street. Each with a single pull-out drawer above a single hinged door opening to reveal a single moveable shelf. These beautiful pieces are raised on four turned tapering supports, complete with their original well veined cream marble tops Condition: Superb condition with no losses, no evidence of repairs, both drawers are very smooth to use. Height: (overall as shown) 34” (86.5cm). Width: 18.75” (47.5cm). Depth: 15.25” (39.5cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Please take time to scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our Shop PATRICK HOWARD ANTIQUES...

19th century George III style mahogany, satinwood and marquetry bookcase on stand, having a broken arch pediment with fan inlays above the frieze inl...

Antique English Mahogany and satinwood Inlaid breakfront bookcase, Circa 1880.

A very useful pair of late 18th century bedside cabinets Crafted from the finest South American mahogany With curved opposing doors and raised on tapering fluted legs in the manner...

This is an elegant vintage English campaign style mahogany TV cabinet with faux book spine sliding doors, late 20th century in date. The rectangular TV ca...

Circa 1780-1800 George III corner cabinet, English. Mahogany. A handsome example with reeded astragal diamond glazed upper doors & flat paneled lower doors. Well figured flame mahoga...

19th Century English Brighton pavilion style bamboo and lacquered cabinet. One drawer and one door flanked by open shelves. Brass cupped feet signed W.F. Needchamp, PAT. Center has a...

This is a superb antique pair of decorative Victorian burr walnut and floral marquetry pier cabinets, dating from Circa 1860. Adding to their truly unique character they are  decora...

A fine quality pair of early 19th century Regency period mahogany & fiddle-back mahogany Bonheur du Jours having brass galleried marble tops above 2 brass grille doors & drawer below...

Circa 1900-1909 English oak court cupboard by Waring & Gillow. This cupboard is of tremendous quality and has a heavily carved case. The upper molding is heavily carved and is over t...

Antique Edwardian mahogany display cabinet having an astragal glazed door to the top section with a fitted interior and two ...

An English Regency mahogany collector's display cabinet is an elegant and refined piece of furniture typical of the Regency period (early 19th century, roughly 1811–1820). The style ...

Exquisite circa 1785 English George III Hepplewhite style bookcase cabinet of large-scale having solid mahogany case with alternating boxwood and mahogany dentil inlay on molded corn...

This is a beautiful antique Gonçalo alves and boxwood marquetry inlaid music cabinet, circa 1880 in date. The rectangular top has a mirrored marquetry gallery, above a single friez...

19th century crimson red on black chinoiserie cabinet Original paintwork The door, decorated with oriental landscapes and figures in gilt, op...

A distinctive antique washstand in the Edwardian English tradition, crafted from solid oak and showcasing a round marble backsplash, intricately carved cabinet doors, and classic bar...

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime condition Kennedy Military Campaign TV media stand with large single drawer retailed through Harrods Lon...

Lovely vanity by Meredew Furniture Manufacturers. Part of the Tola bedroom furniture and Meredew Design, 1962 line attributed to Alphons Loebenstein. It is in great vintage condition...

A good quality Regency period mahogany bowfronted Side cabinet, or side cupboard, having well figured top Over two silk panelled doors enclosing interior shelves Raised on elegant tu...

18th Century Inlaid Bone and Mother-of-Pearl inlaid Walnut Cabinet. Beautiful cabinet features inlaid bone that creates contrast and texture while mother-of-pearl with it's iridescen...

Antique Victorian quality mahogany bedside cabinet having a quality attractive swan neck gallery back, mahogany top with a thumb moulded edge, single door with a shaped moulded panel...

A very fine & elegant antique inlaid mahogany Edwardian Sheraton, Regency Revival china cabinet, hutch, circa 1900. The cabinet having an inlaid arched gallery to the top, the cabine...

17th century William and Mary burr walnut cabinet on chest, circa 1690. England. Concealing two secret compartments. The Cabinet The cross-grain cornice...

A 19th century English bamboo bedside cabinet from the 19th century with parquetry décor. This 19th-century English bamboo small cabinet exudes charm with its intricate design and ti...

This is a beautifully articulated and unusual English Regency mahogany chiffonier secretaire. The top section containing two shelves with round b...

This is a beautiful Victorian burr walnut and tulipwood double door low display cabinet, circa 1860 in date. It has been accomplished in the very ...

Early twentieth century inlaid mahogany display cabinet. The moulded bow front top raised above centred glass door with brass escutcheon and key flanked by two shaped glass panels en...

Antique Edwardian quality rosewood inlaid side cabinet having a quality rosewood top with a shaped rosewood inlaid back above a carved frieze, one ...

With an arched pediment over a pair of mullioned doors in the Chinese Chippendale taste. The lower section with a pair of cabinet doors. Bracket feet. Includes three shelves and keys.

Ripple Tall Cabinet by Three One Four Studio Unique Piece. Dimensions: D 45 x W 110 x H 190 cm. Materials: Modelboard, brass, resin, and glass. THREE ONE FOUR studio was born from t...

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique circa 1860 hand painted and lacquered Chinese Wedding cupboard for folded linens etc A ver...

K0450 stylish Art Nouveau mahogany and marquetry hall cabinet with arched cresting above divided mirror flanked by a pair of circular platforms on downswept supports, the projecting ...

An Arts & Crafts oak bookcase with a flaring cornice and shaped supports below, teardrop stain glass to the leaded doors with arched tops, and a pair of dr...

Rare Victorian display cabinet or shop counter, crafted in the late 1800s by F. Maund & E. Berg Showcases Ltd, London. This antique piece features a solid oak frame with original gla...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of lovely vintage Burr Yew wood lamp end wine side table cupboards each with a single drawer and shelf. A good looking and we...

SUPERB Antique English GOTHIC REVIVAL Oak Cabinet, Chest, or Wardrobe~~ONE OF A KIND~~HIGHLY CARVED with 8 Interior Sliding Compartments ~~c. 1880s This is a MUST SEE! RARE STATEMENT PIECE~~19th century English oak cabinet with exquisitely carved monkey supports on either side, birds, rabbit, snake, crocodile, cherubs, apple and pear~~carved eagles in upper frieze~~this piece has it ALL! 4 piece construction resting on plinth base~~outstanding hardware and carved paneled sides~~working keys are included This cabinet is a commissioned, ONE OF A KIND piece with tons of storage~~use in an office, study, library, or bar for supply storage~~quilt or linen storage in a large bath...

Edward William Godwin. Made by Collinson & Lock. A fine quality Anglo Japanese mahogany and astragal glazed cabinet with satinwood line inlay. ...

A large handsome rectangular British military officer's Campaign trunk of camphorwood featuring hand-cut brass binding and hardware, with interior compartments, and resting on bracke...

Massive, unique, beautifully handmade solid oak cabinet with simple geometric lines, design and construction alluding to medieval pieces from the 14th / 15th centuries. The two doors opening to an interior with one horizontal shelf...

An English pine faux bamboo bedside cabinet from the 19th century with white marble top. Crafted in 19th-century England, this pine bedside cabinet exudes timeless charm with its fau...

Pair of English 1920's mahogany tall cabinets with glass doors and original painted interior. 4 bottom drawers and 3 shelves in cabinet...

Sn4352 Superb quality and very stylish late Victorian display cabinet / vitrine of serpentine outline, having moulded cornice above string inlaid frieze and glazed door enclosing new...

A rare chinoiserie standing double corner cabinet, or cupboard. English, George I-period, ca 1720. Often erroneously referred to as lacquer work, this is japanned. Beautifully decorated with idyllic scenes of rockwork, pagodas, people, trees, birds, water, with bridges and a boat. This is a lovely and very useful addition to a room - where corners can present furnishing dilemmas - and this is a chic antique drinks cabinet. These have always been very hard to find, as opposed to the more usual Georgian hanging corner cupboards...

Antique English 19th century Sheraton revival mahogany display cabinet on stand. A 19th century mahogany display cabinet on stand,...

Superb large antique glazed mahogany museum display cabinets from the V&A Museum, London. There are doors to each end, opening opposite to each other. Price is for each display cabinet. The Dodo skeleton...

Outstanding quality pair of antique Victorian inlaid burr walnut and porcelain mounted pier cabinets having quality burr walnut rectangular top above very attractive inlaid burr waln...

An English Aesthetic Movement walnut cabinet of architectural form with carved floral decoration to the upper and lower cupboard doors with stylized brass ring pull handles to the do...

This is a monumental fine and rare antique Victorian burr walnut and amboyna, Sevres porcelain and ormolu-mounted breakfront mirror backed credenza...

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime circa 1900 hand carved Jacobean Revival oak library bookcases with beautifully curved glass panes ...

Circa 1790 Georgian English Pine Housekeepers Cupboard Panelled sides, pillar columns, bracket feet and original hardware, signs of past repair. (2 piece) Measures: W158 ...

A Very Attractive 19th Century Regency Period Simulated Rosewood And Parcel Gilt Breakfront Side Cabinet, Having One Drawer And One Upholstered Panel Door, Flanked By Elegant Reverse...

An English mahogany faux book cabinet from the mid 19th century, with foliage décor, brass inlay and turned feet. Created in England during the secon...

A William IV rosewood breakfront side cabinet, with a later dark grey marble top above four doors each enclosing a shelf and re-lined in pleate...