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Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Display Cabinet C.1890

19th century
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A magnificent antique Victorian carved mahogany display cabinet dating from circa 1890, combining exceptional craftsmanship with striking architectural presence. Beautifully constructed from richly figured mahogany, this impressive cabinet showcases the exuberant artistry of the late Victorian period, making it an outstanding statement piece for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

The elegant central glazed door is beautifully decorated with flowing pierced carvings inspired by the Art Nouveau movement, whilst the original mirrored side panels create wonderful depth and reflect light throughout the cabinet. The pair of deeply carved cupboard doors feature superb foliate and floral decoration executed in exceptionally crisp relief, demonstrating the quality of craftsmanship throughout.

Inside, the cabinet retains its original velvet-lined shelves, providing a luxurious setting for displaying fine porcelain, silver, glassware or treasured collections. The flanking cupboards offer practical concealed storage, making the cabinet as functional as it is decorative. Raised on elegant cabriole front legs with finely shaped supports and retaining its attractive gilt brass hinges, escutcheons and lock fittings, every element reflects the quality expected from a cabinet of this calibre.

With its sculptural mirrored superstructure, flowing carved detail and superb proportions, this is far more than a display cabinet-it is a true investment piece that has survived well over a century whilst remaining both highly practical and visually captivating. Fine Victorian mahogany cabinets of this quality continue to be sought after by collectors, interior designers and discerning homeowners alike.

Dimensions - Height 220cm x Width 107cm x Depth 38cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
220cm (86.61")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

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

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SA1225915
Description
A magnificent antique Victorian carved mahogany display cabinet dating from circa 1890, combining exceptional craftsmanship with striking architectural presence. Beautifully constructed from richly figured mahogany, this impressive cabinet showcases the exuberant artistry of the late Victorian period, making it an outstanding statement piece for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

The elegant central glazed door is beautifully decorated with flowing pierced carvings inspired by the Art Nouveau movement, whilst the original mirrored side panels create wonderful depth and reflect light throughout the cabinet.

The pair of deeply carved cupboard doors feature superb foliate and floral decoration executed in exceptionally crisp relief, demonstrating the quality of craftsmanship throughout.
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fig 1. Late Victorian mahogany display cabinet featuring a central glazed door with intricate carved tracery, flanking carved timber doors, side mirror panels, and shaped cresting.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Display Cabinet C.1890

Inside, the cabinet retains its original velvet-lined shelves, providing a luxurious setting for displaying fine porcelain, silver, glassware or treasured collections. The flanking cupboards offer practical concealed storage, making the cabinet as functional as it is decorative. Raised on elegant cabriole front legs with finely shaped supports and retaining its attractive gilt brass hinges, escutcheons and lock fittings, every element reflects the quality expected from a cabinet of this calibre.

fig 2. Late Victorian mahogany display cabinet featuring a central glazed door with intricate carved tracery, flanking carved timber doors, side mirror panels, and shaped cresting.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Display Cabinet C.1890

With its sculptural mirrored superstructure, flowing carved detail and superb proportions, this is far more than a display cabinet-it is a true investment piece that has survived well over a century whilst remaining both highly practical and visually captivating. Fine Victorian mahogany cabinets of this quality continue to be sought after by collectors, interior designers and discerning homeowners alike.

Dimensions - Height 220cm x Width 107cm x Depth 38cm

Height
220cm (86.61")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1225915
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Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Display Cabinet c.1890

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Late Victorian mahogany display cabinet featuring a central glazed door with intricate carved tracery, flanking carved timber doors, side mirror panels, and shaped cresting.
Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Display Cabinet c.1890
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Late Victorian mahogany display cabinet featuring a central glazed door with intricate carved tracery, flanking carved timber doors, side mirror panels, and shaped cresting.
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Late Victorian display cabinets, produced towards the end of the 19th century, often feature dark hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood, intricate carved tracery, and integrated mirror plates. Styles from this era frequently demonstrate a transition from heavy revivalism to fluid Art Nouveau influences.

Craftsmen typically utilised solid mahogany, walnut, or oak, along with high-grade timber veneers. The glazing involved hand-cut glass panes, while structural joinery relied on mortise and tenon construction alongside hand-dovetailed drawers.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct joinery, such as hand-cut dovetails and hand-turned screws. Glass panels may exhibit slight imperfections or wave patterns typical of historic plate manufacturing, and mirror backings often show minor age-related foxing.

Positioning a dark mahogany vitrine against neutral walls creates strong architectural contrast. It serves as an effective focal point in contemporary dining rooms or hallways when populated with minimalist ceramics, glassware, or curated books.

Dust the woodwork regularly using a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish annually to maintain the timber finish. Clean glass elements with a damp cloth, avoiding harsh chemical sprays near polished wood or original mirror silvering.
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