Lacquered, Gilded, And Polychrome Genoese Wall Display Cabinet – 19th Century

Lacquered, gilded, and polychrome Genoese wall display cabinet – 19th century
Elegant wall display cabinet of Genoese origin, dating from the late 19th century, from an ancient noble palace in Genoa.
The display cabinet features a refined, contoured structure, richly decorated with floral motifs, volutes, and Rococo-style carvings, embellished with a delicate ivory-toned lacquer finish, gilded accents, and polychrome details.
The central section, enclosed by a molded glass door, is designed for displaying small collectibles. On either side are graceful open shelves, also molded and decorated, which lend the piece a distinctive sense of movement and remarkable elegance.
Of particular note is the painted decoration on the lower section, depicting a sleeping cherub immersed in a floral landscape, rendered in delicate pastel colors.
The richness of the ornamentation, the gilding, and the harmonious composition make this display cabinet an interesting example of late 19th-century Genoese decorative furniture, inspired by 18th-century models.
Period: Late 19th century.
Provenance: Genoa, historic noble palace.
Dimensions:
- Height: 100 cm- Width: 55 cm- Depth: 19 cm