A Chippendale Chinese style - Display cabinet - Mahogany






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Estimated period: before the end of the 20th century; exact dating to verify; material mahogany; style vintage.
Description from the seller
ANTIQUE CHERRYWOOD CURIO CABINET – CHINESE CHIPPENDALE STYLE – ORIGIN: SARTEUR ROMA
Description
Splendid and elegant antique curio cabinet in cherry wood, purchased in the late 1970s at the historic and prestigious Sarteur shop on Via del Corso, Rome, where it was sold as an antique piece.
The cabinet, with refined Chinese Chippendale inspiration, stands out for the particular geometric punched-work decorations in the upper band and the supports, and for its harmonious proportions.
The structure features two wide glazed doors with elegant geometric divisions, glass side panels, and three lower drawers with brass-colored metal handles.
The dark finish enhances the warm tones of the wood and gives the piece a refined character.
Main characteristics:
Material: cherry wood, per the original sale description.
Style: Chinese Chippendale.
Era: pre-dates the late 1970s; exact dating to be verified.
Origin: Sarteur, historic Rome furniture and antiques shop.
Two glazed doors and glass sides.
Three lower drawers.
Geometric punched decorations.
Original key present.
Good overall condition, with normal signs of wear and aging.
Provenance
Purchased at Sarteur, Rome, between about 1975 and 1976, at the original price of 1,800,000 lire.
A piece of great charm, ideal for classic interiors, elegant environments, professional offices, or as an antique element in a contemporary living room.
Shipping available to Italy and the EU on request.
ANTIQUE CHERRYWOOD CURIO CABINET – CHINESE CHIPPENDALE STYLE – ORIGIN: SARTEUR ROMA
Description
Splendid and elegant antique curio cabinet in cherry wood, purchased in the late 1970s at the historic and prestigious Sarteur shop on Via del Corso, Rome, where it was sold as an antique piece.
The cabinet, with refined Chinese Chippendale inspiration, stands out for the particular geometric punched-work decorations in the upper band and the supports, and for its harmonious proportions.
The structure features two wide glazed doors with elegant geometric divisions, glass side panels, and three lower drawers with brass-colored metal handles.
The dark finish enhances the warm tones of the wood and gives the piece a refined character.
Main characteristics:
Material: cherry wood, per the original sale description.
Style: Chinese Chippendale.
Era: pre-dates the late 1970s; exact dating to be verified.
Origin: Sarteur, historic Rome furniture and antiques shop.
Two glazed doors and glass sides.
Three lower drawers.
Geometric punched decorations.
Original key present.
Good overall condition, with normal signs of wear and aging.
Provenance
Purchased at Sarteur, Rome, between about 1975 and 1976, at the original price of 1,800,000 lire.
A piece of great charm, ideal for classic interiors, elegant environments, professional offices, or as an antique element in a contemporary living room.
Shipping available to Italy and the EU on request.
