What characterises 19th-century French marble-top cabinets?

Cabinetry from this period frequently incorporates revival designs drawn from the Louis XV and XVI eras, featuring solid wood construction, fitted marble surfaces, bronze or brass mounts, and integrated mirror frames.

What materials were traditionally used in 19th-century French cabinet making?

Craftsmen primarily utilised dense hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany for the main frame, topped with polished marble slabs, mercury-silvered glass mirrors, and cast gilt-bronze or brass mounts.

How can authentic 19th-century French cabinets be identified?

Authentic pieces display hand-carved joinery details, hand-cut dovetail drawers, original unpolished undersides on marble slabs, and natural age-related oxidisation on metal mounts and mirrored backings.

How can a pair of French marble-top cabinets be styled in modern interiors?

A symmetrical pair works effectively when placed on either side of an entrance, flanking a large doorway, or arranged along a dining room wall to provide balanced visual anchor points.

How should marble-top wooden cabinets be cleaned and preserved?

Maintain timber with non-silicone wax polish applied along the grain, wipe marble surfaces using neutral-pH stone cleaners to prevent etching, and dust metal mounts lightly without applying abrasive metal cleaners.

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Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

Name: Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1193849
Price: 4950 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 19th century French pair of marble top cabinets in oak, exceptionally well made and of the finest quality.

This is a very rare example to find a matching pair, making it a truly desirable and striking set. Each cabinet features a polished marble top with a raised bevel edged mirror back, creating both elegance and practicality.

The cabinets are beautifully decorated with highly detailed brass mounts and fittings, showcasing superb French craftsmanship.

Both pieces feature two drawers to the upper section and three cupboards to the base, providing generous storage. They stand on turned legs with a shelf to the base, combining functionality with classic design.

Crafted from oak, they display gorgeous grain and rich colour throughout, highlighting the quality of the timber.

The cabinets are of solid construction, very well made, and presented in great condition, with only some slight ageing to one of the mirrors, which adds character. A rare and highly desirable find, these cabinets are a perfect addition to any home and are sure to catch the eye of any visiting guests. Beautifully detailed and elegant, a superb example of 19th century French furniture.

Product Reference : AF - 5062

Measurements : 125cm Width x 51cm Depth x 160cm Height [ 103cm Worktop Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

160cm (62.99")

Width

125cm (49.21")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated these French Marble Top Cabinets to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1193849

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-5062

Description

Antique 19th century French pair of marble top cabinets in oak, exceptionally well made and of the finest quality.

This is a very rare example to find a matching pair, making it a truly desirable and striking set.

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Each cabinet features a polished marble top with a raised bevel edged mirror back, creating both elegance and practicality.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century French dark wood cabinets featuring pink marble tops, mirrored upper backs, gilded metal mounts, and lower open shelves. — fig 1. Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

The cabinets are beautifully decorated with highly detailed brass mounts and fittings, showcasing superb French craftsmanship.

Both pieces feature two drawers to the upper section and three cupboards to the base, providing generous storage. They stand on turned legs with a shelf to the base, combining functionality with classic design.

fig 2. A pair of 19th-century French dark wood cabinets featuring pink marble tops, mirrored upper backs, gilded metal mounts, and lower open shelves. — fig 2. Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

Crafted from oak, they display gorgeous grain and rich colour throughout, highlighting the quality of the timber.

The cabinets are of solid construction, very well made, and presented in great condition, with only some slight ageing to one of the mirrors, which adds character. A rare and highly desirable find, these cabinets are a perfect addition to any home and are sure to catch the eye of any visiting guests. Beautifully detailed and elegant, a superb example of 19th century French furniture.

fig 3. A pair of 19th-century French dark wood cabinets featuring pink marble tops, mirrored upper backs, gilded metal mounts, and lower open shelves. — fig 3. Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

Product Reference : AF - 5062

Measurements : 125cm Width x 51cm Depth x 160cm Height [ 103cm Worktop Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 4. A pair of 19th-century French dark wood cabinets featuring pink marble tops, mirrored upper backs, gilded metal mounts, and lower open shelves. — fig 4. Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. A pair of 19th-century French dark wood cabinets featuring pink marble tops, mirrored upper backs, gilded metal mounts, and lower open shelves. — fig 5. Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 6. A pair of 19th-century French dark wood cabinets featuring pink marble tops, mirrored upper backs, gilded metal mounts, and lower open shelves. — fig 6. Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 7. A pair of 19th-century French dark wood cabinets featuring pink marble tops, mirrored upper backs, gilded metal mounts, and lower open shelves. — fig 7. Antique 19th Century French Pair of Marble Top Cabinets

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.