NEOGOTHICH CUPBOARD. OAK. 19TH CENTURY.

Neogothic wardrobe. Carved oak wood. XIX century. Tall cabinet made of carved oak wood with a dark finish formed by a hollow lower body, decorated with “napkin” or “parchment” plates, stripes of linear motifs and thin columns, and an upper body with two doors (which give access to shelves of two holes); Between them there are two drawers with fronts carved with plant motifs. Raised on legs decorated with plates in front, the doors present a symmetrical composition of stems with grapes (around Gothic-type letters) in a setting of smooth moldings, decorated ironwork and human figures on pedestals; The sides of this area have “parchment” decoration. The piece is finished with a prominent smooth molding. Typologically, the present piece follows a form that is reminiscent of certain Renaissance works (especially buffets) with variations common in pieces from the 19th century. As for the decoration, centered on the front, the influence of Spanish Gothic works is clear both in the theme and in the composition: sculptures on pedestals and the clothing of the figures, the compositions of the drawers, the presence of those panels with “napkin” carvings, panels with stems and grapes, letters, thin columns, etc. Likewise, it is possible to appreciate a certain air coming from Neoclassicism, a common style in the 19th century. At this time it was common to be inspired by past styles to make outstanding furniture, like the present. Although Neo-Gothic was used more frequently for ecclesiastical works, it was not absent from important residences and other institutions, as it was one of the favorite styles at the time. It is possible to find examples reminiscent of this cabinet in museums such as the Romanticism Museum in Madrid, the National Decorative Arts Museum in the same city, etc.

· Size: 50x132x170 cms.