Cabinet

Germany, probably Weimar, circa 1800 - 1820.

Cherrywood veneer on pine. Ebonized fruitwood, gilt metal decoration. Faux-book spines in leather.

Height: 144 cm
Width: 58 cm
Depth: 49 cm
Diameter: 56.69 inch Ref No: 3186

An unusual and decorative cabinet of architectural form with one faux-book spine decorated door, enclosing two shelves. The stepped pediment with one drawer. The sides with ebonized fruitwood decorated with fine gilded metal ornaments of oak leaves and acorns, on square tapering legs.