Here's a very hard to find outstanding Victorian walnut vitrine or china cabinet from the late 19th century. The single beveled glass door below a hooded top is flanked by full columns.  The carved crest in a sort of fleur-de-lis motif is centered by an egg shaped design with what appears to be the monogram "S". This letter S is subtle enough and subdued so that it is not the prominent feature of the crest. The molded base rests on turned feet. Inside there are 4 adjustable glass shelves, each having a plate groove so you can lean plates against the mirrored back. The shelves are 11 inches deep. The cabinet is 91 inches tall (a tad over 7.5 feet) X 40 inches wide and 18 inches deep. This piece is actually tall and narrow compared to other china cabinets or vitrines of this era. One question you might ask is whether this piece is American or European. Similar quality pieces in a French style have been made in New York city in this country during the late 19th century. Likewise, I have handled similar quality pieces that were made in France or Belgium during this era.  My opinion leans toward the latter. I suggest that if you are buying a country of origin, you will need to decide for yourself. I am selling a very high quality walnut Victorian era china cabinet or vitrine that will certainly blend well with both American Victorian furniture and Continental styles. In fact, this cabinet could be the most exciting focal piece in a contemporary or even a minimalist decor.

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Bright Green Thoughts

 We can apply the concept of “recycling” to reusing and salvaging fine old pieces of furniture. These are practical and well-made, regardless of style or antiquity. Look at the price and quality of vintage furniture, and then look at  newly-manufactured pieces. There is no comparison.

 A vast universe of vintage  furniture already exists, and  when you buy a solid piece of reused furniture, you are saving trees and the energy needed to manufacture more stuff. Then look at the many aspects of shipping from foreign ports, with tariffs and associated costs.

 You can be an Earth-friendly hero, and still save money by getting a quality piece of furniture.  Or you can buy a shoddily-made out-gassing particle-board item at a high price. Hmmm.

 Then there’s the fun of the hunt for that special treasure. If it’s not a fine antique, you refinish it, doll it up with chalk paint or new pulls, and generally express your own creativity.

 It seems like an easy choice to me.