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This charming petite corner cupboard features glass doors over two shelves and is constructed of walnut with fruitwood inlay. Fanciful …
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This charming petite corner cupboard features glass doors over two shelves and is constructed of walnut with fruitwood inlay. Fanciful cherubs riding hippocampus adorn the graceful cornice, a vase of flowers decorates the bottom door with two more equestrian cherubs and a fanciful bellflower design is seen throughout. A very whimsical piece.
The bottom door has a working lock and key. The two shelves measure 16 inches tall each x 12 inches deep at the back corner.
The water horse is a mythological creature with the front half of a horse and the tail of a serpent or fish. It is also known as the hippocampus, which comes from the Greek words hippos -horse and kampos- sea monster. The water horse is often depicted in carvings and appears in Greek and Roman mythology.
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- Dimensions
- 29ʺW × 13ʺD × 79ʺH
- Styles
- Neoclassical
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Fruitwood
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Chestnut
- Condition Notes
- There is a bit of wood separation in the center of the vase of flowers on the bottom door.-*see last … moreThere is a bit of wood separation in the center of the vase of flowers on the bottom door.-*see last image. There is a small gap between the two glass doors. The inside top has been papered. less
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