What fits inside a display cabinet?

These cabinets suit porcelain figures, glassware and small collections of silver or medals. The interior shelves keep delicate items safe from dust. Larger versions accommodate bound books alongside decorative objects, balancing utility with visual display.

Where should I place a vitrine?

A vitrine belongs in a drawing room or reception space where natural light can catch the ormolu mounts. Keep the timber away from direct heat sources to protect the mahogany veneer. Freestanding models look best positioned against a solid wall where the glass doors remain fully accessible.

How do I identify Louis XVI style?

Louis XVI style furniture relies on straight tapered legs, fluted columns and classical symmetry. The mounts tend to feature architectural laurel leaves and urns rather than flowing rococo curves. Cabinets from this revival period emphasise restraint and geometric balance over asymmetrical ornamentation.

What is a Vernis Martin panel?

A Vernis Martin panel is a decorative lacquer coating applied in translucent layers, often depicting pastoral or Chinoiserie scenes. Makers used this technique to mimic Asian lacquer work. These painted panels usually sit on the lower section of a cabinet beneath the main glass door.