An ebony and walnut banded table cabinet with Ripple moulds, the two doors open to reveal a fitted interior. The inside of the doors and the drawer fronts all painted with landscapes, oil on panels. The top lid also opens with another painting.
The landscape paintings with figures on the larger ones and classical buildings on others, a number of painters where supplying these charming panels to cabinet makers in the 17th century and include Jasper van der Lanen.
The central door opens to reveal a mirrored interior, which is removable and shows secret drawers at the rear.
Similar examples but with red tortoiseshell exteriors are in the Rijks museum.
Our stock includes early oak and walnut furniture from the 18th century, as well as more formal pieces from the Georgian period. Clocks, barometers and globes are complemented by Colonial cabinets, furniture and early arms. Their scientific instruments, which include early microscopes, telescopes and equipment such as sextants, provide a fascinating insight into the evolution of technology, whilst demonstrating fine artistry and craftsmanship. One of Hansord’s many exhibitions was entitled ‘From simplicity to complexity with a little eccentricity’ and this continues to be the guiding mantra behind their collection today.
Internal Reference: SKU00001068
Antique Number: SA599766
Dateline of this antique is Before 1700
Height is 88cm (34.6inches)
Width is 91.5cm (36.0inches)
Depth is 44cm (17.3inches)
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