Antwerp Ebony & Silverfoil Cabinet

9500

Antwerp Ebony & Silverfoil Cabinet

9500

Out of stock

Antwerp
Mid 17th century

An Antwerp ebony, silver foil, gilded bronze, and with a mirror: jewelry cabinet.
With a secret compartment in the slide top.

The cabinet is inlaid with fine engraved silver plaques. On the front lid is the Biblical story of Joseph explaining the dreams in prison and late before the Pharao. The front is decorated with fine friezes of floral ornaments and birds. On the top lid are two plaques, one with a Roman? general and the other with Saint George and the Dragon in beautiful Renaissance cartouches.

We sold this cabinet 6 years ago but due to the unfortunate passing away of the owner, it is now back with us. We acquired the cabinet from a Dutch private collection. The collector did not know of the secret compartment and when opening the compartment together we found a small box with two four-leaved clovers. They are in the box for many years and will stay inside.

Literature: Zuid-Nederlandse Pronkmeubels, Ria Fabri, 1989.

Condition:

Two small damages to the silver on the front lid, and one small damage to the face of the general on the top lid.
The ribbon that holds the top lid is loose.
With a few small damages to the woodwork according to age.
Please see the provided pictures.

Read more

Specifications

inches
cm
Century
17th
Origin
Antwerp
Restoration
No
Length
9.65”
Width
6.50”
Height
9.25”
Shipment info

We provide free worldwide shipping on all orders above € 75. We understand the value and importance of your antique items. That’s why we prioritize safe and secure shipping, ensuring that your antiques are protected every step of the way. Using only the highest quality packing materials, such as heavy-duty cardboard boxes, bubble wrap, foam, and foam chips, to ensure that your items are protected during transit. Each shipment is fully insured and prepared with all the required documents to pass customs when ordering from outside the European Union. By using only expert shippers such as UPS and DHL, required documents are directly sent to customs to ensure a smooth and fast delivery.