Large Antique Pier Cabinet, English, Walnut, Glazed, Druce & Co, Victorian, 1850

Our Stock # 24673

This is a large antique pier cabinet. An English, walnut glazed display cupboard by Druce & Co, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

• Superior Victorian craftsmanship with a generous proportion
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Select walnut stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues
• Further appeal to the book-matched top figuring
  
  
• Tall, bright display glass to the door, dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — key present
• Serpentine door frame a distinctive choice, offering more visual appeal than usual
• Canted corners host quality ormolu mounts with foliate relief decoration
• Beautifully inlaid fascia, accentuated with boxwood stringing
  
  
• Door opens wide to show the two shelf interior, well spaced for medium sized ornament display
• Graced with the original velvet lining, lightly time worn with careful use
• Maker's plaque to the upper door for Druce & Co of Baker Street, London
• Standing upon a plinth base, with canted corners and short bracket feet

This is an exceptional antique pier cabinet, graced with wonderful colour and crafted to the usual standard expected of Druce & Co. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 80cm (31.5'')
Max Depth: 30cm (11.75'')
Max Height: 104.5cm (41.25'')

Shelf Width: 69cm (27.25'')
Shelf Depth: 22.5cm (8.75'')

Upper Shelf Height: 38cm (15'')
Lower Shelf Height: 34.5cm (13.5'')

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