Antique Regency Ochre Astral Glazed Display Cabinet, 1820

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Regency Ochre Astragal Glazed Display Cabinet, circa 1820 Material: Pine, Glass, Brass An elegant English Regency display cabinet dating to … Read more Regency Ochre Astragal Glazed Display Cabinet, circa 1820 Material: Pine, Glass, Brass An elegant English Regency display cabinet dating to circa 1820, constructed from pine and distinguished by its decorative ochre-painted finish and finely detailed astragal-glazed doors. The cabinet features a beautifully carved frame and architectural pelmet, retaining its original brass detailing and key. A pair of tall glazed doors incorporate decorative astragal glazing bars, creating the refined geometric arrangement characteristic of Regency cabinetmaking. Behind the glazed doors are four adjustable shelves, providing generous and versatile display space for books, ceramics, glassware, collections or decorative objects. Astragal glazing became an important feature of Georgian and Regency furniture, with slender wooden glazing bars dividing doors into smaller panes while simultaneously introducing an elegant decorative element to the cabinet façade. The cabinet is constructed in sections, with both the upper element and base removable, assisting with positioning and transportation despite its substantial proportions. The piece has undergone sympathetic restoration intended to preserve its historic character while returning it to an attractive and functional condition. The ochre finish complements the architectural detailing and gives the cabinet a particularly distinctive decorative presence. A handsome and highly practical Regency display cabinet suitable for a period interior, library, drawing room or sophisticated contemporary setting. Dimensions: Height: 202 cm Width: 98 cm Depth: 41 cm Weight: Approximately 55 kg Date of Manufacture: circa 1820 Period: Regency Style: Regency Country of Origin: England See less