An exquisite 18th century Dutch Bombe Kast or linen press in fine Cuban mahogany with all of the original bronze d’ore mounts. From the mid-1700s, this Kast stylistically follows the period of Dutch Rococo cabinetry also refereed to as late Baroque. By circa 1750, the Rococo style was well established in the Netherlands and was influencing English cabinet making. Note that this form has diverged from the Rococo style, since the typical carved paw feet and the flat angular shape of the drawers have been replaced by the softer and more streamlined bombe form with tapered feet and sabots. Our Kast shares many of the neoclassical embellishments used by the French cabinet makers during the period of Louis XVI such as the carved bows and swags and the neoclassical portrait silhouettes, possibly of King Louis XVI himself, while still retaining a distinctly Dutch form. Louis XVI (23 August 1754–21 January 1793) was King of France & Navarre from 1774 until 1791, after which he was King of the French from 1791-1792.
Dimensions: 74” wide x 26” deep x 100” high.
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Dimensions:Height: 100 in (254 cm)Width: 74 in (187.96 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
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Style:Neoclassical(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:BronzeMahoganyOrmoluPolished
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Place of Origin:Netherlands
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Period:Mid-18th Century
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Date of Manufacture:Middle-Late 1700s
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Condition:GoodRefinished. Repaired: Minor veneer replacement
French polish. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In very good condition for an antique from the 18th century. Some minor cracking of veneers. Minor fading of mahogany in places from sun exposure. Kast is restored and French polished. Disassembles for easy transport and installation. -
Seller Location:Miami, FL
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Reference Number:Seller: ARM00003Seller: LU98811009906
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