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Antique 19th century german solid oak warm brown two-door cupboard or cabinet

$9,203.79
£6,813.45
€7,750
CA$12,680.61
A$14,127.99
CHF 7,375.48
MX$171,532.61
NOK 92,704.95
SEK 87,628.70
DKK 59,009.87

About the Item

This rare spitsverkropte lijstenkast (stepped-molding cupboard) from North Rhine-Westphalia reflects the character and craftsmanship of mid-19th century rural Germany. Made entirely of solid oak, the piece has developed a warm glow and rich patina over the course of 175 years, enhanced by layers of shellac and hand-applied wax. The doors are decorated with sharply profiled geometric moldings, creating an architectural rhythm that is typical for the region and gives the cabinet its striking presence. Originally used in farmhouses and affluent town homes to store linens and clothing, it embodies durability, utility, and refined craftsmanship. The solid construction, balanced proportions, and play of light and shadow in the molded panels make this cabinet not only a functional piece but also a true work of cultural heritage. The cupboard was created in a period of transition. Around 1850, Germany stood between the intimate, handcrafted spirit of the Biedermeier era and the sweeping changes of early industrialization. In the cities, furniture was increasingly being produced with the help of machines, but in the countryside, traditional woodworking and regional design endured. The use of oak, the robust structure, and the stepped Gothic-inspired moldings are echoes of medieval and baroque forms that remained alive in rural areas long after they had disappeared from fashionable urban interiors. This cabinet is therefore more than a practical storage piece—it is a tangible witness to a society balancing between old values and modern times, where craftsmanship, regional identity, and lasting quality still reigned supreme. The cabinet today features a more recent interior with fitted oak shelving, added several decades ago to adapt it to modern storage needs. At that same time, a new oak back was constructed, blending seamlessly with the original frame. Importantly, the cabinet has retained its original lock and working key, a rare survival that enhances its authenticity. In our workshop, the piece has been carefully cleaned and refreshed with a new layer of wax, which brings out the warm color and rich patina of the oak to full effect.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 68.51 in (174 cm)Width: 57.88 in (147 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Oak,Polished,Stained
  • Place of Origin:
    Germany
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: please see description. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Casteren, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU970946442472

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