English Display Cabinet Mahogany Early 1900s

English Display Cabinet Mahogany Early 1900s

Features

Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000

Origin: England

Main essence: Mahogany

Description

Display cabinet with serpentine legs, two doors and sides with glass. The doors have panels on the lower part and wooden grill above. Threads made of different species. Manufactured in England, early 20th century.

Product Condition:
Fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 172
Width: 111
Depth: 36,5

Additional Information

Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000

20th Century / 1901 - 2000

Main essence: Mahogany

It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.