Liquor cabinet - Amboyna
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An early 19th-century brass and Amboyna‑veneered liquor cabinet from the French Empire period (circa 1810–1820), origin France, with four hand‑blown decanters bearing gold decoration and nameplates, a locking mechanism, and measurements of 24 cm high, 21 cm wide and 20.5 cm deep in good used condition.
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An early 19th-century liqueur cabinet manufactured during the French Empire period around 1810-1820.
Given the execution, quality and applied (exclusive) materials, this is, very likely, a campaign-style liqueur cabinet made to order for a wealthy officer who took it on his campaigns.
The liqueur cabinet is built from a light (conifer) wood and veneered with the precious exotic Amboyna (root) veneer, which has an exceptionally beautiful grain and a gorgeous warm color!
For protection and also decorative are the brass corner pieces. The key entry and the handle & ornament in the lid have the characteristic shield shape. And on both sides of the liqueur cabinet are finely crafted brass handles inlaid.
The liqueur cabinet still bears its original brass hinges. The keyhole and lock with a working key have at some point been expertly replaced.
Inside there are four hand-blown decanters, which are decorated with refined gold painting of flower & leaf motifs. With use this is more visible on some than on others. One of the decanters has two small chips along the rim. The decanters also bear their silver-plated and engraved nameplates of the liqueurs; Bénédictine, Drambuie, Grand Marnier and Vieille Cure.
The interior is lined with red paper and leather, decorated with gilded piping and stylized flower & leaf motifs. Given the fragility of these materials, they show the expected spots and signs of wear. The edges are veneered with blackened/ebonized ("bois noirci") fruitwood veneer.
This stately liqueur cabinet with a beautiful deep warm gold-orange color and fine luster is a feast for the eye and a pleasure to use for a long time!
The photos, in addition to the extensive description, are part of the listing. If you have any questions before you place a bid, please contact the auctioneer/expert.
The object will be (FREE) carefully packed and shipped insured!!!
Free shipping for the following countries: NL, FR, IT, DE, ES, BE, PT, AUS!!!
An early 19th-century liqueur cabinet manufactured during the French Empire period around 1810-1820.
Given the execution, quality and applied (exclusive) materials, this is, very likely, a campaign-style liqueur cabinet made to order for a wealthy officer who took it on his campaigns.
The liqueur cabinet is built from a light (conifer) wood and veneered with the precious exotic Amboyna (root) veneer, which has an exceptionally beautiful grain and a gorgeous warm color!
For protection and also decorative are the brass corner pieces. The key entry and the handle & ornament in the lid have the characteristic shield shape. And on both sides of the liqueur cabinet are finely crafted brass handles inlaid.
The liqueur cabinet still bears its original brass hinges. The keyhole and lock with a working key have at some point been expertly replaced.
Inside there are four hand-blown decanters, which are decorated with refined gold painting of flower & leaf motifs. With use this is more visible on some than on others. One of the decanters has two small chips along the rim. The decanters also bear their silver-plated and engraved nameplates of the liqueurs; Bénédictine, Drambuie, Grand Marnier and Vieille Cure.
The interior is lined with red paper and leather, decorated with gilded piping and stylized flower & leaf motifs. Given the fragility of these materials, they show the expected spots and signs of wear. The edges are veneered with blackened/ebonized ("bois noirci") fruitwood veneer.
This stately liqueur cabinet with a beautiful deep warm gold-orange color and fine luster is a feast for the eye and a pleasure to use for a long time!
The photos, in addition to the extensive description, are part of the listing. If you have any questions before you place a bid, please contact the auctioneer/expert.
The object will be (FREE) carefully packed and shipped insured!!!
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire
Wood type
Amboyna
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
24 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
20.5 cm
Estimated period
1810-1820
Can Be Locked
Yes
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