Bargueño - Kingwood, Oak, Boxwood - A neat Neapolitan cabinet

This exquisite historicist tabletop cabinet stands as a masterful tribute to the refined decorative arts of Southern Italy, capturing the sumptuous aesthetic that defined Neapolitan craftsmanship. The captivating chromatic dialogue between the rich, translucent warmth of tortoiseshell and the deep contrast of dark woods and inlaid bronzes endows the piece with an almost architectural rhythm, elevating the small-scale format into a triumph of luxurious material synthesis. Organized across six harmonious drawers, its decorative program showcases the mastery of Neapolitan joinery, where finely chased bronze roundels and intricate dark wood and metal marquetry trace geometric patterns across the rich surfaces. The refined interplay of materials and the balanced symmetry of the six drawers culminate in a brilliant testimony of classical cabinetmaking, uniting opulent texture with structural elegance. Provenance: Private collection, Madrid. Dimensions: Cabinet: 60 x 68 x 30.5 cm Condition: Good condition, with slight wear and restorations consistent with its age. Locks are working. Shipping: The piece will be professionally packed and shipped. Please note that the shipping costs indicated are estimates; the final amount may vary depending on market rates and specific packaging requirements.

Estimate:$2,017.02

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