Large 19th Century Flemish Carved Oak Cabinet

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Large 19th century flemish carved oak cabinet circa 1870. Profusely carved cupboard of grand proportions in the baroque revival taste. … more Large 19th century flemish carved oak cabinet circa 1870. Profusely carved cupboard of grand proportions in the baroque revival taste. Comprising of 2 sections. Understated cornice decorated with egg and dart carving with further carved panels below. Small double door cupboard containing a single shelf. Carvings on these doors appear to show dogs apprehending people. Doors flanked either side by carved cherubs and shells. Open storage aperture supported by 3 carved supports. Bottom section with brushing slide and 2 drawers below. Large double door cupboard containing a further shelf. Door fronts decorated by carved scenes of folklore stories. Flanked either side by columns and standing on a shaped plinth base. Transport labels from Germany and Sweden on the reverse. Deep dark colour with flashes of the natural oak coming through. Expected minor surface marks with age. less