Antique French Empire Mahogany Ormolu Bookcase Bibliotheque Display cabinet 1810 Decorative Arts The caning and upholstery &

The caning and upholstery & wood on the table & chairs are all in remarkable condition

The Naja symbol is central to the design and meaning of the squash blossom necklace

the cabinet had been in his residence at 17 & 19 Pelham Place

and Gazelle

The bronze is finely cast by the lost wax method (cire perdue)

Antique French Empire Mahogany Ormolu Bookcase Bibliotheque Display cabinet 1810 Decorative Arts The caning and upholstery &A fine antique French Empire Mahogany & ormolu mounted bookcase display cabinet, circa 1910. This elegant antique cabinet is made of the finest mahogany, the top with an architectural pediment mounted with a gilt bronze laurel leaf rosette and further gilded bronze mounts below. The cabinet having glazed twin doors enclosing two adjustable shelves, each door is mounted with a pair of angels, the base of the doors are mounted with corresponding