Bargueño - Kingwood, Oak, Boxwood - A neat Neapolitan cabinet
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This Italian Baroque-style cabinet is made of rosewood, oak, boxwood, wrought iron and bronze, and has six drawers.
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This exquisite historicist tabletop cabinet stands as a masterful tribute to the refined decorative arts of Southern Italy, capturing the sumptuous aesthetic that defined Neapolitan craftsmanship. The captivating chromatic dialogue between the rich, translucent warmth of tortoiseshell and the deep contrast of dark woods and inlaid bronzes endows the piece with an almost architectural rhythm, elevating the small-scale format into a triumph of luxurious material synthesis.
Organized across six harmonious drawers, its decorative program showcases the mastery of Neapolitan joinery, where finely chased bronze roundels and intricate dark wood and metal marquetry trace geometric patterns across the rich surfaces. The refined interplay of materials and the balanced symmetry of the six drawers culminate in a brilliant testimony of classical cabinetmaking, uniting opulent texture with structural elegance.
Provenance: Private collection, Madrid.
Dimensions: Cabinet: 60 x 68 x 30.5 cm
Condition: Good condition, with slight wear and restorations consistent with its age. Locks are working.
Shipping: The piece will be professionally packed and shipped. Please note that the shipping costs indicated are estimates; the final amount may vary depending on market rates and specific packaging requirements.
Seller's Story
Montbaron Gallery is the leading online art gallery in Spain, with an extensive catalogue of over 3,000 paintings and art objects. We have a team of highly qualified professionals, specialised in art valuation, appraisal and logistics. Our commitment is to connect collectors from around the world with exceptional works, always guaranteeing the best quality at the most competitive price.
Translated by Google TranslateThis exquisite historicist tabletop cabinet stands as a masterful tribute to the refined decorative arts of Southern Italy, capturing the sumptuous aesthetic that defined Neapolitan craftsmanship. The captivating chromatic dialogue between the rich, translucent warmth of tortoiseshell and the deep contrast of dark woods and inlaid bronzes endows the piece with an almost architectural rhythm, elevating the small-scale format into a triumph of luxurious material synthesis.
Organized across six harmonious drawers, its decorative program showcases the mastery of Neapolitan joinery, where finely chased bronze roundels and intricate dark wood and metal marquetry trace geometric patterns across the rich surfaces. The refined interplay of materials and the balanced symmetry of the six drawers culminate in a brilliant testimony of classical cabinetmaking, uniting opulent texture with structural elegance.
Provenance: Private collection, Madrid.
Dimensions: Cabinet: 60 x 68 x 30.5 cm
Condition: Good condition, with slight wear and restorations consistent with its age. Locks are working.
Shipping: The piece will be professionally packed and shipped. Please note that the shipping costs indicated are estimates; the final amount may vary depending on market rates and specific packaging requirements.
Seller's Story
Montbaron Gallery is the leading online art gallery in Spain, with an extensive catalogue of over 3,000 paintings and art objects. We have a team of highly qualified professionals, specialised in art valuation, appraisal and logistics. Our commitment is to connect collectors from around the world with exceptional works, always guaranteeing the best quality at the most competitive price.
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Era
1400-1900
Weight
17 kg
Wood type
Boxwood, Kingwood, Oak
Title additional information
A neat Neapolitan cabinet
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Bronze, Cast iron, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Width
68 cm
Depth
30.5 cm
Estimated period
Baroque style
Can Be Locked
Yes
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