A beautiful quality antique French vitrine cabinet dating from the late 19th century, finely crafted in richly figured kingwood veneers and decorated throughout with elegant gilt bronze ormolu mounts.The cabinet is surmounted by a shaped marble top above a fully glazed display section with bevelled glass panels and mirrored back, allowing light to beautifully illuminate displayed items. The lower section is adorned with intricate parquetry inlay and centred by an impressive gilt bronze medallion depicting a classical scene, complemented by further ormolu mounts, floral swags and decorative detailing throughout.Standing on elegant cabriole legs terminating in gilt bronze sabots, this exceptional display cabinet exhibits the quality and craftsmanship associated with the finest French cabinetmakers of the Belle Époque period.Ideal for displaying porcelain, silver, glassware, objets d''art or other treasured collections.A highly decorative and refined piece of antique Frenc...