An antique French Kingwood display cabinet, circa 1860 in date.

This attractive and versatile piece features glass doors and could also be used as a bookcase.

It is made from the finest kingwood, or bois du Roi, and is further adorned with ormolu mounts.

Offered in excellent overall condition with  original locks, feet, and glass.

Add a touch of class to a special place in your home with this beautiful antique French bookcase.

Condition:

You are viewing this item in its untouched condition. It will be restored prior delivery. The cost of the restoration is already included in the price.
 

Kingwood - is a classic furniture wood, almost exclusively used for inlays on very fine furniture. Occasionally it is used in the solid for small items and turned work, including parts of billiard cues, e.g., those made by John Parris. It is brownish-purple with many fine darker stripes and occasional irregular swirls. Occasionally it contains pale streaks of a similar colour to the sapwood, as in the picture.

The wood is very dense and hard and can be brought to a spectacular finish. it turns well but due to its density and hardness can be difficult to work with hand tools. It also has a tendency to blunt the tools due to its abrasive properties.