Italian, late 19th/early 20th century. A charming and petite Vernis Martin style two-piece giltwood bowfront vitrine cabinet, the upper case having a frieze with three molded cartouches decorated with putti emblematic of poetry, music, peace and love above a central glazed door and two glazed side panels, the lower conforming case having two glazed doors, each with panels painted in the style of Francois Boucher (French, 1703-1770), one depicting wing putti in air on clouds with arrow pierced heart, one putti holding aloft laurel wreaths, the other panel with winged cupid on clouds with drapery and doves as another putti reaches for floral bouquets of roses. Both sections have a mirrored back interior and all three doors have individual locking mechanisms; the whole raised on three squat cabriole legs terminating in scrolled toes. Two demilune form glass shelves accompany vitrine. Approximate height 69.5", width 26", depth 13".

Wear consistent with age and use. Some losses to gilt overall, with some craquelure to painted scenes. Missing upper glass shelf in upper cabinet. Velvet liners with staining and soiling. Some oxidation to mirrors. Bottom doors stick slightly. No other visible signs of damage or repair. Prior to bidding, please consult the additional photos provided and ask all pertinent questions (i.e. condition, size, etc.). Packing and shipping is the responsibility of the buyer, please see our website for a list of shipping companies. For a condition report, please email Condition@AandOauctions.com. For additional photos, please email Photos@AandOauctions.com.