European Furniture & Decorative Arts

The cabinets were likely chiffoniers which have been adapted. There was probably a shorter upper section, perhaps brass or a lower shelf, which was removed. The current upper sections consisting of a back panel, sides, a shelf and a cornice appear to be 20th century constructions, with grain painting to simulate rosewood.

The pair appearing in overall good, stable, and ready to place condition. There are a total of three height adjustable shelves between the two upper cabinets. Lower cabinets with two shelves each. The brasses are likely replaced. There is one key for each cabinet. Drawers stick when opening and closing. Each of the cabinets with wear to the finish of the lowest surface of the top section from contact with humidity. Both examples with veneer patches to the back paneling. One example with a slight bend in the brass mount between the cabinet doors. The brass escutcheon of this example is loose. Additional images are available upon request.

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