Louis XV Mahogany & Brass Display Vitrine with Oval Glass Panels

Royal Inspiration: The Louis XV Display Vitrine

Evoking the opulence of the French court at Versailles, this display vitrine draws its soul from the Louis XV Rococo movement — an era defined by graceful curves, asymmetric ornament, and the marriage of function with breathtaking beauty. Brass & Wood has faithfully interpreted this golden age of French cabinetmaking, producing a piece that commands attention in any interior.

Materials & Finish

The cabinet is constructed from solid mahogany with richly figured flame-mahogany veneers, lending each panel a warm, luminous depth. Slender brass inlay lines trace the cabinet's architectural geometry, while hand-applied antique gold leaf accents highlight every carved mount. Oval bevelled glass panels — framed in gilded brass with rope-twist borders — serve as the piece's signature feature, flooding the interior with light and showcasing displayed treasures. Gold-tasselled brass key escutcheons and cast acanthus-leaf corner mounts complete the lavish hardware ensemble.

Craftsmanship & Structure

Raised on four sinuous cabriole legs terminating in gilded sabots, the vitrine's lower stage incorporates a shaped frieze drawer adorned with a central scrollwork cartouche and flanking brass bosses. The upper cabinet opens via two side doors — each bearing a full oval glass panel — and a mirrored central compartment, creating an intimate display space bathed in reflected light. Every joint, mount, and surface is finished by hand in Brass & Wood's Cairo atelier, honouring centuries-old European woodworking traditions.

Dimensions & Customisation

Available in bespoke dimensions, alternative wood species, and custom hardware finishes. Contact Brass & Wood for a personalised consultation.