Antique - Victorian style mahogany bookcase

High-quality Victorian mahogany cabinet with a cavetto cornice above three glazed doors, equipped with original working locks and keys, as well as lockable shelves with adjustable heights, all flanked by floral sculptures. The protruding base features three mahogany fig-shaped panel doors, also fitted with original working locks and a locking shelf, along with four oak-lined drawers, all standing on a plinth. This antique cabinet has been restored and is ready to be placed in your home. The cabinet is divided into 3 sections: cornice + top + base with doors. Year 1870

Exclusive antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Currently, there is a growing number of enthusiasts of high-quality vintage items that possess a distinct character and soul. It is a nod to history, craftsmanship, and the creation of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its own distinctive features.  

There are many styles characterizing antique furniture, but we can highlight a few of the most important. Eclectic furniture refers to the 19th century, during which the prevailing Biedermeier style was popular. Its variants in the early years of this century include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. By the end of the century, these styles evolved into pseudo styles of Classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque.  

Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Everything originated from the reign of Napoleon. It imposed a significant resemblance and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation. 

Neoclassical furniture is associated with the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Noteworthy and interesting are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, whose name derives from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces meant to shine with splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Unique materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these items.  

Today, we can observe how much influence the Baroque style has had on modern classical furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical period. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture-making art. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and massive, using brown stains, cornices, sturdy plinths, and reliefs. These were quite distinctive products, offering new possibilities such as the construction of credenzas and broadly speaking, chest-type furniture. Mythology and ancient times also inspired these designs, with supports and legs often taking animal forms.  

Lion’s paws, eagle heads—these are common motifs in Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands reproduce furniture inspired by Italian and French artisans, demonstrating admiration and respect for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It is important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, so each style had its own character. This is especially important when searching for a luxurious antique that suits your interior.  

The key aspect of elite antique furniture is originality. This is ultimately crucial for buyers, as many counterfeits circulate on the market. Luxury Products provides documentation confirming the product’s authenticity and correspondence to the description and photos. We also have appraisers, art experts, historians, and specialists from around the world at your disposal.