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Antique Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet
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Antique Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet

19th century
Sold 26 June 2025 · Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet''

Vernis Martin serpentine fronted display cabinet, a true testament to the artistry of the period. The front panel bears the signature of Dumas, adding an extra layer of authenticity to this piece of historical significance.

The cabinet boasts a serpentine front, a hallmark of Vernis Martin design. This elegant curvature adds a sense of fluidity and grace to the piece, creating a visually captivating silhouette.

The front panel is adorned with the signature of Dumas, an artisan whose name is synonymous with the Vernis Martin technique. This signature not only adds provenance but also attests to the exceptional craftsmanship of the piece.

Fitted with glass shelves, the cabinet provides an elegant platform to showcase your most treasured items. The transparent shelves complement the serpentine design, allowing for a clear view of the displayed objects.

Brass mounts adorn the cabinet, adding regal accents to the overall design. These carefully crafted mounts enhance the visual appeal and contribute to the historical charm of the piece.

Raised on cabriole legs terminating in sabot feet, the cabinet stands with a touch of French flair. The legs not only provide stability but also contribute to the overall aesthetic, showcasing a perfect fusion of form and function.

With a height of 174 cm, width of 72 cm, and depth of 44 cm, this display cabinet offers generous dimensions. It becomes a focal point in any room

Date of Manufacture

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this Vernis Martin Display Cabinet to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
174cm (68.50")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
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SA1143074
Description
Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet''

Vernis Martin serpentine fronted display cabinet, a true testament to the artistry of the period.

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The front panel bears the signature of Dumas, adding an extra layer of authenticity to this piece of historical significance.
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts.
fig 1. Antique Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet

The cabinet boasts a serpentine front, a hallmark of Vernis Martin design. This elegant curvature adds a sense of fluidity and grace to the piece, creating a visually captivating silhouette.

The front panel is adorned with the signature of Dumas, an artisan whose name is synonymous with the Vernis Martin technique. This signature not only adds provenance but also attests to the exceptional craftsmanship of the piece.

fig 2. A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts.
fig 2. Antique Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet

Fitted with glass shelves, the cabinet provides an elegant platform to showcase your most treasured items. The transparent shelves complement the serpentine design, allowing for a clear view of the displayed objects.

fig 3. A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts.
fig 3. Antique Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet

Brass mounts adorn the cabinet, adding regal accents to the overall design. These carefully crafted mounts enhance the visual appeal and contribute to the historical charm of the piece.

Raised on cabriole legs terminating in sabot feet, the cabinet stands with a touch of French flair. The legs not only provide stability but also contribute to the overall aesthetic, showcasing a perfect fusion of form and function.

With a height of 174 cm, width of 72 cm, and depth of 44 cm, this display cabinet offers generous dimensions. It becomes a focal point in any room

Date of Manufacture

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this Vernis Martin Display Cabinet to the 19th Century.

Height
174cm (68.50")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1143074
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2012
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Archive I A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet

Archive II A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts. View II
Archive III A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts. View III
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Archive VIII A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts. View VIII
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A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts.
Antique Vernis Martin Serpentine Fronted Display Cabinet
Ref: SA1143074
A serpentine-fronted wooden display cabinet with curved glass panels, painted figural panels on the lower section, and gilt bronze ormolu mounts.
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  • ObjectDisplay Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis XV / Rococo
  • MaterialOak, Mahogany, Glass, Ormolu, Lacquer
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Ormolu mounts, Hand-painted lacquer panel, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 174 cm (69 in) x W 72 cm (28 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

Vernis Martin refers to a specific type of simulated lacquer developed in 18th-century France by the Martin brothers, who perfected a resin-based varnish used to create lustrous, painted finishes on fine furniture and decorative objects.

These pieces typically feature a carcase of native or exotic woods such as oak or pine, veneered with figured timbers like kingwood or tulipwood, and enhanced with hand-painted lacquer panels, fire-gilt bronze ormolu mounts, and curved glass panes.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, hand-mixed varnishes that show natural age-related crazing under magnification, fire-gilt bronze rather than modern electroplated brass, and hand-painted artistry rather than printed transfers.

Such statement furniture works best as a focal point in a neutral room, allowing the intricate painted panels and gilt mounts to stand out without competing with other highly decorative elements.

Maintain stable relative humidity and room temperature away from direct sunlight to prevent the varnish from crazing or fading, and clean only with a soft, dry cloth without chemical polishes.
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