
Tallboy and writing bureau
18th century
Castle Museum in Łańcut
Part of the collection: Meble i wyposażenie wnętrz
A library cabinet in the Empire style, which refers to the late Classicism (early 19th century), also known as the Napoleonic style. The design is heavily influenced by antiquity, featuring clear references to ancient times. The cabinet has legs characteristic of this style, featuring animal forms, in this case, lion paws. It has a richly carved cornice imitating egg-and-dart, as well as beautiful bronze fittings. The cabinet doors are fitted with glass, which is secured by five wooden arrows. The cabinet is made of mahogany. The cabinet's dimensions are: height 171 cm, width 106 cm, depth 39 cm.
Cyprian Biernat
Author / creator
Object type
furniture
Technique
stolarskie
Material
wood, glass
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Creation / finding place
Owner
Muzeum - Zamek w Łańcucie
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Location / status
18th century
Castle Museum in Łańcut
XIX century
Castle Museum in Łańcut
18th century
Castle Museum in Łańcut
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