Lacquered, gilded, and polychrome Genoese wall display cabinet – 19th century

Lacquered, gilded, and polychrome Genoese wall display cabinet – 19th century An elegant wall display cabinet of Genoese origin, dating from the late 19th century, from an historic 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 curved glass door, is designed to display small collectibles. On either side are graceful open shelves, also curved 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 nestled 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