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Early 20th Century Mahogany Display Case
$5,460
£4,081.20
€4,709.10
CA$7,643.45
A$8,075.99
CHF 4,343.94
MX$96,696.91
NOK 54,424.45
SEK 49,844.90
DKK 35,163.93
About the Item
This is a turn-of-the-century American commercial display case, built expressly for retail or institutional use. Constructed of solid hardwood with a warm, original finish, the case features a full glass vitrine top with paneled wooden back and sides, allowing displayed objects to remain visually isolated and evenly framed.
The interior base is lined in green felt, a common period choice intended to reduce glare and visually separate merchandise from the casework. Vertical shelf standards are integrated into the interior walls, indicating the case was designed to accommodate adjustable shelving for changing inventory needs. Brass corner protectors reinforce the glass frame, a functional detail meant to guard against impact and wear in active commercial environments.
The lower portion is supported on turned feet, lifting the case slightly off the floor and giving it a balanced, furniture-grade presence without sacrificing durability. Every element reflects purposeful design—clean lines, minimal ornament, and materials selected for longevity rather than decoration.
This type of case would have been found in jewelry shops, optical retailers, museums, or high-end mercantile interiors, where visibility, security, and presentation mattered equally.
62" W x 25" D x 42" H
Interior: 60" W x 22"D x 31"H
- Dimensions:Height: 42 in (106.68 cm)Width: 62 in (157.48 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
- Style:American Classical (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:c. 1900
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- Seller Location:Dekalb, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: C-99551stDibs: LU10033248477932
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