GRAND VICTORIAN

                                                made in Germany 

                                                   INCREDIBLE

                                         CASTLE COURT CABINET 

Presenting a LABELED German Maker Cabinet and dated 1888 this phenomenal creation came about using all the cabinet maker's skills & techniques and every type of wood at their disposal.  It is our opinion that this piece of very fine furniture would have been made as the Maker's Signature Piece, his show piece, to show the world the talent that his cabinet shop possessed.  It is called a Cabinetmaker's Specimen Piece and made specially to show off their talents and display it at a furniture exposition.  We have gained opinions for some very learned artisans and antique appraisers and the consensus is that the Maker put all his talent into this piece and of course was very proud to put his label on it.  I have often wondered about a one-of-a-kind creation and this work of art certainly qualifies. 

We have been able to identify Rosewood, Mahogany, Oak, Ebony Woods, Walnut and Birdseye Maple as woods used in creating this, Gorgeous, Breathtaking Creation.  The attention to detail in planning and creating this Museum Piece is really difficult to explain.  The delicately carved figures are outstanding, the meticulously carved Maiden is of the highest quality, the turned posts are very fine, the inlaid bands are precise, the choice of woods are amazing, the inlaid marble pull outs are most functional, the height and magnitude is impressive, the hardware is all original and pristine, the cabinet is raised on six bun feet, and the condition is excellent.  All the drawers and cabinets are lined with Birdseye Maple, and the seven locks are all present and in good working condition.  The cabinet comes with six original tasseled keys.   

WHAT the pictured label means in English

Arts Atelier for Woodworking Architecture and Sculpture

                    Furniture Manufacture with Steam Power of

                                          of

                                Franz Scheider

                                     Purveyor to the King

                                            Leipzig, Weststrassee No.  24-25

It is understood that Franz Schneider was the owner and proprietor of this workshop.  The workshop was very advanced as it used steam power for their machinery.  The town of Leipzig was a cultural center in Germany. 

Holflieferant means he as approved as supplier to Nobility or the King.  

Impressive height 115 inches

                   width 89 1/2 inches

                    depth 32 inches

There are no screws or braces holding it together ~~ it comes apart easily for convenient moving or shipping ~~ it is quite heavy however!!

We are very experienced in shipping fine antiques and would be happy to assist you with your shipping needs. 

We invite your inquiries and look forward to your interest, Please email us with any questions or comments.

Presented by:    Victorian Rose Antiques

                          Pawleys Island, South Carolina