Large 19thC Ebonised English Oak Housekeepers Cupboard

circa 1880 Large 19thC Ebonised English PineHousekeepers Cupboard sku 1127 Together W124 x D52 x H222 cm Base W111 x D46 x H73 cm Top W124 x D52 x H149 cm

circa 1890 Large 19thC Ebonised English Ash Linen Cupboard sku 2042 Together W164 x D52 x H214 cm Base W156.5 x D52 x H91 cm Base internal shelf depth 46 cm Top W164 x D39 x H123 cm ...

circa 1770 Large 18thC English Ebonised Oak Livery Cupboard sku 2036 Together W138 x D48 x H195 cm Base W137 x D46 x H60 cm Top W138 x D48 x H135 cm Top internal shelf depth 37.5 cm ...

Circa 1870 19thC English Inverted Ebonised Pine Breakfront Housekeepers Cupboard sku 880 W187 x D45 x H213 cm

This characterful pine cabinet from around 1900 is a real eye-catcher in any interior. The top section features two doors with authentic handles that beautifully retain their origina...

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This Dutch table cabinet, also known as a cross-legged cabinet, is made of oak and has a deep, almost black finish, which suggests a traditional treatment such as ebonized stain or dark varnish. The cabinet stands on a distinctive base with four turned and faceted legs, connected by an elegantly curved stretcher and ending in ball feet. This type of base is characteristic of cross-legged cabinets. The upper section features two doors with molded panels and a cornice with a clean yet subtle profile. The gilded hardware on the drawers and doors adds a stately and luxurious appearance. The cabinet is removable, making transport and installation significantly easier. Additionally, its design makes it particularly suitable for housing a television. Thanks to the special hinges and their strategic placement, the doors can be fully opened without obstructing the view. Inside, there is space for a television with a maximum width of 48.2 inches and a height of 27 inches. The interior is finished in the same deep, dark color as the exterior, ensuring a uniform and elegant appearance. This cabinet was crafted in the Dutch Baroque style and is likely from the period between 1680 and 1720. The Dutch Baroque style is characterized by a restrained yet elegant design, where functionality and durability go hand in hand with refined details. This piece exhibits typical Baroque features such as the heavily molded cornice, the solid presence of the upper section, the use of dark wood tones, and the expressive shape of the base. This type of cabinet was made during the late Dutch Golden Age, a time when prosperity still had a significant influence on furniture design. During this period, cross-legged cabinets were highly sought after by the affluent bourgeoisie and institutions such as city halls and council offices, where they were used for securely storing important documents, money chests, and administrative records. Dutch furniture makers were among the most influential in Europe at the time, exporting their craftsmanship to countries like England and Germany. The use of dark oak furniture...