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( Above Photo: Regency Revival Display Cabinet Mahogany Inlay 1890 )
There is an infinite number of styles of antique china cabinets you can find out there in the market. However, many variations of the dominant cabinet styles may not stand out on their own.
While some conceal china pieces, others display them through glass doors. This article discusses the general antique china styles to help you pick one that works best for you. Here we go:
( Above Photo: Dutch Marquetry Display Cabinet Inlay Bijouterie )
The step-back cupboard is a typical style for antique china cabinets. It emerged in the 1800s and remained popular until the early 1900s. Cabinets of this type have an enclosed cupboard with a shallow glass cabinet.
It has an enclosed bottom portion, which can either have drawers or doors. The top has two additional display glass doors. There is space between the bottom and top sections on a few cabinets.
( Above Photo: Art Nouveau Display Cabinet English 1900 Golding and Son )
A breakfront China cabinet has shallow side sections that look recessed compared to the middle section. While the middle section may have up to two doors, the side sections may have more doors.
The cabinet may have an obvious or gentler and more curved break section. Since the cabinet is meant for displaying items, the front area is all glass.
( Above Photo: Antique Bookcase Cabinet Maple and Co Victorian Satinwood )
The hutch-style China cabinet has top and bottom sections that break apart. A space between the two units can be used for display purposes or as a counter.
More often, the top section of the cabinet has glass doors but could also have an open display. The cabinet will likely have drawers or doors for closed storage in the bottom chamber.
Some antique China cabinets are for placing in the dining room’s corner. The cabinet has a rectangular design that allows it to fit tightly into the corner.
The front of the cabinet can be open or have a glass or solid wood door. Typically, it has two doors at the top and two at the bottom.
( Above Photo: Sheraton Display Cabinet Antique Mahogany )
The curved-glass China cabinet is also called the bow-front cabinet. It has glass panels that seem to curve out at the center. Usually, the curved glass doors extend to the cabinet’s entire length.
Only one of the center doors is designed to open. All other sections remain closed and are accessible through the front door.
The curio cabinet is another popular style for China-type of furniture. It comes with glass sides and a glass front. Instead of solid wood, the back has a mirror that allows viewing china and other collectibles from three sides. The cabinet may stand on feet or legs, depending on what the designer wanted to create.
The Bottom Line
An antique china cabinet is an excellent addition to the kitchen, given its ability to help you protect your most delicate utensils. It also improves your home’s interior décor by a great deal.
If you’re looking for a good china cabinet, don’t hesitate to visit our showroom. We have a wide variety of furniture pieces.
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