Specification ENTCHE85663 · SIMPLE
Specifications
| Dimensions | N/A |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4 kg |
| Materials | Solid Wood, Brass |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Design Style | Louis XVI Neoclassical |
| 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 room and the eye travels immediately to it — not because it shouts, but because it holds itself with the quiet authority of a piece that knows its own importance. Inspired by the refined display furniture that graced the private apartments of Versailles in the last decades of the ancien régime, this cabinet faithfully reproduces the Louis XVI neoclassical vitrine tradition: restrained proportions, architectural clarity, and gilt bronze ornament applied with the precision of a goldsmith rather than the exuberance of a decorator. It is a cabinet designed to honor what it contains.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The carcass is constructed from Romanian solid redwood (below 10% humidity), finished in a deep mahogany tone with a hand-applied French polish that gives the surface its characteristic luminous depth — a finish that rewards close inspection, revealing the grain beneath like a landscape seen through still water. The top is a slab of genuine rouge marble, its deep crimson ground threaded with ivory and grey veins, cut and fitted to the cabinet's precise dimensions. The gilt bronze mounts — cast, chased, and hand-applied — include a running acanthus-and-ribbon frieze along the top rail, a central swag-and-tassel mount on the door's upper register, acanthus corner blocks at the case angles, and a foliate apron mount at the base. Each bronze element is individually finished to a warm, rich gold tone consistent with period ormolu. The single glazed door features beveled glass panels, and the interior is fully lined with mirror glass on the back and sides, with two adjustable glass shelves resting on brass supports.
Dimensions & Details
This is a single-door vitrine of compact but commanding scale — proportioned to stand as a bedside display cabinet, a salon accent piece, or a hallway focal point without overwhelming the surrounding furniture. The legs are slender tapered columns, reeded in the Louis XVI manner, terminating in small brass casters that allow the piece to be repositioned without lifting. The door is hung on brass hinges and secured with a keyed lock, from which a crimson silk tassel key fob hangs — a period-correct detail that speaks to the care taken in every element of this reproduction.
Handcrafted in Egypt
This vitrine is produced entirely by hand in the workshops of Brass & Wood in Egypt, drawing on a tradition of classical European furniture reproduction that combines Old World joinery techniques with carefully sourced materials. Every carved mount is cast from brass and finished individually; the French polish is applied by hand in multiple sessions, rubbed back between coats; the marble top is cut and fitted to each cabinet individually. The result is a piece that carries the character of handwork — no two are perfectly identical, and that is precisely the point.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this vitrine made from?
The cabinet body is constructed from Romanian solid redwood finished in a deep mahogany French polish. The top is genuine rouge marble. The mounts are cast brass finished in warm gold. The glazing is beveled glass, and the interior features mirror glass lining on the back and side panels, with two adjustable glass shelves.
Is assembly required?
Only minimal assembly is required — typically attaching the marble top and fitting the brass casters, which can be done without specialist tools in a few minutes.
Can this cabinet be customized?
Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization on wood finish tone, marble color selection, brass finish (gold, antique gold, or bronze), and interior shelf configuration. Please contact us before placing your order to discuss options.
