Large Armoire, Austrian Empire, Circa 1825

Large-scale two-door wardrobe with a straight case, flanked by ebonized columns featuring carved, gilt capitals and bases. The richly profiled and ebonized cornice is decorated with an egg-and-dart molding, also gilt-patinated. The case is veneered in elm. The doors display a mirrored veneer pattern and are fitted with substantial brass mounts. A wide drawer is incorporated into the frieze. The surface is polished. The interior is fitted with three shelves.