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Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet
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Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet

1900 - 1920
Description

A beautiful quality antique Edwardian mahogany and satinwood inlaid glazed display cabinet, dating to circa 1900, displaying elegant proportions, fine craftsmanship and particularly attractive decorative detailing.

The cabinet features a beautifully figured mahogany top above a richly inlaid frieze, decorated with delicate satinwood floral and foliate marquetry. The contrasting inlay continues down the front uprights, incorporating elegant trailing bellflower motifs, while fine satinwood stringing and crossbanding enhance the glazed door frames.

The two glazed doors open to reveal a spacious interior fitted with two shelves, providing three generous display areas. The shelves and back are lined in a neutral fabric, creating an attractive setting for displaying porcelain, glassware, silver, ceramics or treasured collectables.

The cabinet also features glazed side panels, allowing natural light to enter and providing additional views of the contents. Raised on four elegant square tapering legs, the cabinet has a wonderfully light and refined appearance, typical of the Edwardian period.

The delicate floral marquetry reflects the renewed popularity of Sheraton-inspired furniture during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, when fine satinwood inlay and elegant neoclassical decoration were particularly fashionable.

A highly decorative and versatile antique display cabinet, ideal for a drawing room, sitting room, dining room or hallway. Its relatively shallow depth makes it especially appealing for rooms where space is limited, while its beautiful mahogany colour and refined detailing allow it to complement both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Condition Report

Very good antique condition, with minor age-related marks and wear consistent with its age and character. The fabric-lined interior displays some minor age-related wear.

Measurements

Height: 136.5 cm (53.7 inches)

Width: 104 cm (40.9 inches)

Depth: 36 cm (14.2 inches)

Date: Circa 1900

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Display Cabinet to the 1900s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09720747
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Foliate marquetry frieze and bellflower stringing: Sheraton revival cabinetwork around 1900.
Woven fabric shelf lining: natural light fading and dust shading accumulated over decades.
Square tapering legs with fine stringing: neoclassical proportions typical of the Edwardian era.
Polished mahogany top and plinth: gentle softening and fine marks at points of handling.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
136.5cm (53.74")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245821
Dealers Internal Reference
3318
Dealers Notes

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Description
A beautiful quality antique Edwardian mahogany and satinwood inlaid glazed display cabinet, dating to circa 1900, displaying elegant proportions, fine craftsmanship and particularly attractive decorative detailing.
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The cabinet features a beautifully figured mahogany top above a richly inlaid frieze, decorated with delicate satinwood floral and foliate marquetry.
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The contrasting inlay continues down the front uprights, incorporating elegant trailing bellflower motifs, while fine satinwood stringing and crossbanding enhance the glazed door frames.

fig 1. An Edwardian mahogany glazed display cabinet featuring satinwood floral marquetry inlay along the top frieze and tapered square legs.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet

The two glazed doors open to reveal a spacious interior fitted with two shelves, providing three generous display areas. The shelves and back are lined in a neutral fabric, creating an attractive setting for displaying porcelain, glassware, silver, ceramics or treasured collectables.

fig 2. An Edwardian mahogany glazed display cabinet featuring satinwood floral marquetry inlay along the top frieze and tapered square legs.
fig 2. Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet

The cabinet also features glazed side panels, allowing natural light to enter and providing additional views of the contents. Raised on four elegant square tapering legs, the cabinet has a wonderfully light and refined appearance, typical of the Edwardian period.

fig 3. An Edwardian mahogany glazed display cabinet featuring satinwood floral marquetry inlay along the top frieze and tapered square legs.
fig 3. Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet

The delicate floral marquetry reflects the renewed popularity of Sheraton-inspired furniture during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, when fine satinwood inlay and elegant neoclassical decoration were particularly fashionable.

fig 4. An Edwardian mahogany glazed display cabinet featuring satinwood floral marquetry inlay along the top frieze and tapered square legs.
fig 4. Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet

A highly decorative and versatile antique display cabinet, ideal for a drawing room, sitting room, dining room or hallway. Its relatively shallow depth makes it especially appealing for rooms where space is limited, while its beautiful mahogany colour and refined detailing allow it to complement both traditional and contemporary interiors.

fig 5. An Edwardian mahogany glazed display cabinet featuring satinwood floral marquetry inlay along the top frieze and tapered square legs.
fig 5. Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet

Condition Report

Very good antique condition, with minor age-related marks and wear consistent with its age and character. The fabric-lined interior displays some minor age-related wear.

Measurements

Height: 136.5 cm (53.7 inches)

Width: 104 cm (40.9 inches)

Depth: 36 cm (14.2 inches)

Date: Circa 1900

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Display Cabinet to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09720747
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 110-135 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Foliate marquetry frieze and bellflower stringing: Sheraton revival cabinetwork around 1900.
Woven fabric shelf lining: natural light fading and dust shading accumulated over decades.
Square tapering legs with fine stringing: neoclassical proportions typical of the Edwardian era.
Polished mahogany top and plinth: gentle softening and fine marks at points of handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
136.5cm (53.74")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245821
Dealers Internal Ref
3318
London City Antiques
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An Edwardian mahogany glazed display cabinet featuring satinwood floral marquetry inlay along the top frieze and tapered square legs.
Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Glazed Display Cabinet
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  • ObjectDisplay Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry inlay, Glazed twin doors, Square tapered legs, Satinwood stringing
  • SizeH 136.5 cm (54 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

Edwardian display cabinets, dating from 1901 to 1910, often feature lighter proportions than earlier Victorian pieces, drawing inspiration from 18th-century classical designs with satinwood inlays, straight lines, and tapered legs.

These cabinets typically feature mahogany construction enhanced with contrasting satinwood or boxwood marquetry, sheet glass door panels, and interior shelves often lined with fabric.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-finished timber patination, traditional joinery techniques such as dovetailed framing, original brass locks, and subtle imperfections in hand-cut glass panes.

Place the cabinet against a plain painted wall to highlight its timber grain, and arrange modern ceramics, glassware, or hardback books within to bridge contemporary and antique styles.

Position the cabinet away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer movement. Clean the timber surfaces with a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly to preserve the polish.
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