Specification ENTVAT3010 · SIMPLE
Specifications
| Dimensions | N/A |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4 kg |
| Materials | Solid Wood, Brass |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Design Style | Louis XV Rococo |
| Ideal Placement | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Reception, Library |
| Delivery Time | 30-45 Days |
| Handcrafted | Yes — by Egyptian artisans |
| Customizable | Yes — contact us for custom orders |
Description
Design & Inspiration
Place this vitrine in a corner of your salon and it earns the room's attention immediately — not through bulk, but through precision. The tall, narrow proportions are a deliberate choice rooted in the Napoleon III Rococo Revival tradition of the 1850s–1870s, when Parisian cabinetmakers revisited Louis XV's sinuous vocabulary and rendered it in richer, darker materials for a new age of bourgeois grandeur. This is not the light, airy Rococo of the ancien régime; it carries weight, intention, and the confidence of a craftsman who understood both periods.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The cabinet is constructed from Romanian solid redwood dried to under 10% humidity — a discipline that prevents warping and ensures decades of structural integrity. The surface is finished in a deep French polish that gives the walnut-toned wood a translucent, layered depth, catching the light differently at each angle. The arched, shaped glass door — beveled at its frame junction — opens on hand-fitted brass hinges to reveal two clear glass interior shelves, allowing light to pass through the display unimpeded. A veined marble slab crowns the cabinet, its cool, pale tone providing deliberate contrast against the warm wood below.
Dimensions & Details
The lower register features a single marquetry-veneered drawer with a shaped serpentine apron below — the drawer face decorated with a central gilt bronze cartouche mount, flanked by fine stringing lines of contrasting veneer that echo the Napoleon III taste for decorative surface work. The four cabriole legs, terminating in gilt bronze sabots, continue the Rococo vocabulary from base to cornice. Corner mounts at the top frame and at the leg junctions reinforce the structure while doubling as ornamental punctuation. The interior mirror back amplifies whatever is displayed within, transforming crystal or porcelain into a doubled, luminous arrangement.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Every element of this vitrine is assembled by hand in Egypt by craftsmen trained in the European classical tradition. The gilt bronze mounts are cast and hand-chased. The marquetry on the drawer face is laid by hand. The French polish is applied in multiple sessions, each coat burnished before the next is laid. Brass & Wood produces this piece to order — dimensions, wood tone, and hardware finish can be adapted to suit your interior. This is the kind of piece that is inherited, not replaced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this vitrine made from?
The cabinet body is built from Romanian solid redwood (under 10% humidity) with a walnut-toned French polish finish. The top is genuine marble. The interior shelves are clear glass. The mounts, corner pieces, and sabot feet are cast gilt brass. The door glass is flat plate with an arched profile.
Is assembly required?
Minimal assembly is required — typically attaching the marble top and positioning the glass shelves. Full instructions are included. No specialist tools are needed.
Can this vitrine be customized?
Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of wood tone, marble type, brass finish (gold, antique gold, or bronze), and interior shelf configuration. Contact our team before ordering to discuss your requirements.
