Mid-20th Century Superb Burr Walnut and Kingwood Cocktail Cabinet

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Mid-20th Century Superb Burr Walnut and Kingwood Cocktail Cabinet

About the Item

This is a superb large French Louis XV revival burr walnut and kingwood ormolu-mounted cocktail cabinet, mid-20th century in date. Adding to its truly unique character it has been decorated with a plethora of exquisite gilded ormolu mounts. The canted corners with decorative ormolu mounts frame a pair of beautifully panelled doors each centred with a stunning floral decorated oval ormolu medallion. The doors open to reveal a stylish fitted mirrored glass interior with a glass shelf. Beneath this there is a pull-out drawer with a fall front that has a mirrored base, Ideal for serving drinks, and a cupboard ideal for storage of bottles. Add a touch of class to a special room in your home with this superb quality cabinet. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully restored in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 145 x width 127 x depth 54 Dimensions in inches: Height 4 feet, 9 inches x width 4 feet, 2 inches x depth 1 foot, 9 inches Ormolu - (from French 'or moulu', signifying ground or pounded gold) is an 18th century English term for applying finely ground, high-carat gold in a mercury amalgam to an object of bronze. The mercury is driven off in a kiln leaving behind a gold-coloured veneer known as 'gilt bronze'. The manufacture of true ormolu employs a process known as mercury-gilding or fire-gilding, in which a solution of nitrate of mercury is applied to a piece of copper, brass, or bronze, followed by the application of an amalgam of gold and mercury. The item was then exposed to extreme heat until the mercury burned off and the gold remained, adhered to the metal object. No true ormolu was produced in France, circa 1830 because legislation had outlawed the use of mercury. Therefore, other techniques were used instead but nothing surpasses the original mercury-firing ormolu method for sheer beauty and richness of colour. Electroplating is the most common modern technique. Ormolu techniques are essentially the same as those used on silver, to produce silver-gilt (also known as vermeil). Figured walnut and burr walnut (often referred to as burl walnut) were considered as the most attractive varieties of walnut. Burr walnut veneer was taken from the specific part of the tree where ‘growths’ sprouting smaller branches and/or roots would occur. As these ‘growth’ areas were limited in both occurrence and size, larger veneers were hard to source and often on bigger furniture (tables, desks, bureaus, cabinets etc), these veneers would have to be carefully joined by matching up the pieces or blending them together. Kingwood is a Classic furniture wood, almost exclusively used for inlays on very Fine furniture. Occasionally it is used in the solid for small items and turned work, including parts of billiard cues, e.g., those made by John Parris. It is brownish-purple with many Fine darker stripes and occasional irregular swirls. Occasionally it contains pale streaks of a similar colour to sapwood. The wood is very dense and hard and can be brought to a spectacular finish. it turns well but due to its density and hardness can be difficult to work with hand tools. It also has a tendency to blunt the tools due to its abrasive properties. Please feel free to email or call us to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse. Shipping: We ship worldwide and deliver to Mainland UK addresses free of charge. A shipping cost to all other destinations must be requested prior to purchase. Delivery and return policy: We require that someone be home on the agreed delivery day if applicable, otherwise a redelivery fee will apply. In accordance with Distance Selling Regulations, we offer a 14-day money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the item. The item must be returned in its original packaging and condition. Unless the item is not as described in a material way, the buyer is responsible for return shipping expenses. Buyers are fully responsible for any customs duties or local taxes that may be incurred on items sent outside of the European Union.

Dimensions:
Height: 57.09 in (145 cm)Width: 50.01 in (127 cm)Depth: 21.26 in (54 cm)
Style:
Louis XV (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Kingwood,Ormolu,Walnut
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1950
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 075611stDibs: LU95066782881