Arts And Crafts Display Cabinet Appraisal

Arts and Crafts Style Double-Door Display Cabinet

This is an Arts and Crafts style double-door display cabinet, likely made from quarter-sawn oak, a common material for the period due to its distinctive grain. The wood exhibits a dark, possibly fumed or stained, finish, highlighting the prominent ray fleck characteristic of quarter-sawn oak. The cabinet features two front-opening doors, each with multiple glass panes separated by thick wooden mullions, giving it a gridded appearance typical of the Craftsman aesthetic. The door on the left has three glass sections, while the door on the right appears to have four, suggesting a possible slight asymmetry or structural choice. The doors are secured by what appears to be a simple metal knob or pull located at the center where the two doors meet. The construction appears sturdy and robust, indicative of the Arts and Crafts emphasis on quality craftsmanship and durability. The visible contents consist of numerous clear plastic storage containers filled with small items, suggesting the cabinet is currently being used for organizing beads, jewelry components, or similar craft supplies. The top surface of the cabinet is visible and also dark-stained, holding various decorative objects including a ceramic pig figurine, a woven basket, and a blue ruffled bowl. The cabinet stands on four small, dark, circular feet or casters, one of which is visible at the bottom left. The overall condition appears good for its age, with a consistent patina, though potential scratches or minor wear consistent with use are to be expected but not clearly discernible from the image. The presence of these feet suggests it may be a standalone piece of furniture, possibly a bookcase or a curios cabinet. The style points towards an early 20th-century origin, likely between 1900 and 1930.