LATE 19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN TIGER OAK DISPLAY CASE /
RIFLE SHOWCASE WITH BEVELED GLASS FRONT & RARE ACCESS DOOR

With our absolute highest compliments Bay Colony Antiques takes the utmost pleasure in offering this spectacular and rare antique display case. This specimen is truly one of the rarest and most unusual we have ever had the fortune of owning throughout generations of continued operations. The function of this showcase is based around the left side access door, which is hinged and fitted with a lock, and clearly defines how the showcase can be utilized. A remarkable single pane of beveled antique glass has remained in exceptional condition throughout a century and a half of regular use. This display cabinet is the only example of its kind we have ever encountered, and we surmise that if more of these cabinets were produced they have been lost to time as they are difficult to transport and the sensitive nature of the beveled glass front lends itself to being damaged and ultimately discarded since glass panes of this magnitude are nearly non existent. Now in the modern era it is possible to reasonably replace glass panes of such a large nature but for much of the 19th and 20th centuries the cost and feasibility of such a repair was far too excessive and difficult. 

This display case has been used to house a historical collection of antique rifles and firearms for the past few generations among the previous owners. We believe that this is the specific purpose for which the cabinet was designed however we are open to the possibility that it may have originally had another intended use. Perhaps this showcase had an academic purpose for the display of rare specimens or a commercial focus to present or market finely produced wares. The interior features metal supports for the shelves which are clearly designed to maximize the amount of weight each tier can support. We conclude this purposeful design is for holding the weight of several firearms at once. A large green felt liner is stretched over the backboards so that whatever is displayed in the case is accentuated by the brilliant color. The solid oak showcase has a beautiful golden tone color and bold quartersawn tiger oak grain throughout. The upper crown features meticulous dental work molding and a similar design is featured along the perimeter of the entire glass front. This example is truly one of the finest antique showcases available anywhere and we are excited to see what future collections this marvelous display case will house. This display cabinet measures 52" wide x 66 3/4" tall with a depth of 11 1/2" at the widest point of the crown molding.

WELCOME

We are a wholly owned family business in our third decade of continuous operation. We have a large inventory of fine antiques ranging from Early American, Federal, Chippendale, Empire, Centennial, Victorian, 20th Century custom mahogany, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern antique furniture along with decorative arts from across the globe. All the items we offer to the general public are high quality estate pieces. We do not offer goods with significant flaws or defects. We completely avoid items with issues. You can expect the items we sell to have reasonable wear and tear. Due to the large volume of goods we deal in we cannot describe items in minutia. We do our best to give you an accurate condition report in our description of the items. We have expert woodworkers and re-finishers on staff to service any piece of furniture we offer. We represent all merchandise in absolute good faith and to the very best of our ability. Please ask all questions, including, but not limited to, shipping costs prior to purchase. All items are sold as is and from their location. If you would like to find out about any number of our services, including appraisals and restoration, please ask us about our website for more information. 

SHIPPING & DELIVERIES

     We deliver within a 250 mile range of zip code 01105 for a low cost flat rate. We specialize in New York City and Boston deliveries at extremely reasonable rates. For items requiring shipping beyond our delivery zone, we offer freight or “Ground Services” shipping, depending on the size of the items. We ship anywhere within the Continental United States. Items will require packaging and palletizing for freight shipments. The buyer is responsible for the cost of materials only for this service. We perform this service without the cost of labor as an appreciation for your patronage. Freight class shipping is the fastest and most cost effective method of shipping large items. We can reach anywhere in America with a large shipment within 7-10 business days. We buy materials in bulk to save you excessive costs. The materials required for proper crating of items for their safe transit is so specialized we may need up to 7-10 business days to make sure we get absolutely what is required & do the best job possible. We go the extra mile by designing premium customized furniture crates for the ultimate protection of your purchase. We ship from our facility with a loading dock on a major trucking artery. This and our “volume shippers” discount creates a substantial lower cost for you. The least expensive method of shipping is business to business with loading docks. Next is a business without a dock and the last option is shipping to a resident. We are sending your shipments with freight carriers. They are not furniture movers who bring the items into your home. You are provided with curbside delivery of your shipments. We can get you special services in certain cases, but you are responsible for telling us you require them and for the extra cost of these services, if you instruct our shippers to provide services beyond curbside deliveries. We are responsible for any additional services and charged for these services. We absolutely maintain our right to collect the costs of these charges for services we did not authorize or were prepaid for. 

MERCHANDISE PICK UP AND STORAGE

All our customers are welcome to come to our facility to pick up their purchases free of charge. You can expect friendly help in loading your purchase in your vehicle. We ask that you come ready to transport your purchase by having ample pads or blankets to protect your item in transit. We don’t like to send nice people off with things tied to roof racks. We also do not desire to charge storage fees, but we are holding some purchases for over three years now and are under no contract to. We are not a storage facility. We are happy to hold your items for a reasonable pre-agreed upon period. Beyond or absent any specified contract a $50.00 dollar per week storage fee will apply.

ON-LINE SALES/TERMS OF USE

All Massachusetts residents are subject to the 6.25% sales tax unless you possess a valid resale number from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We do not accept returns so please, ask all questions prior to submitting an offer or purchasing. We have a zero tolerance policy for non-paying buyers. Any offer we accept is a binding sale and subject to the conditions herein. Massachusetts General Law applies to all sales. Bidding on and purchasing any item is under the acknowledgment of the buyer and is consent to the contractual agreement set forth herein. This agreement is in full force and effect on any item purchased through our Ebay store and on items purchased through us and our gallery. We strive to make your on-line buying experience as easy and pleasant as possible. We accept all major credit cards and are delighted to answer any questions that you may have or provide services you may need.