Antique Oak Glass-Front Wall Cabinet – Leaded Hinges & Glass Knobs

Description :
This antique oak wall cabinet features four glass-panel doors, adorned with leaded brass hinges and original hexagonal glass knobs. The interior is crafted with natural wood panel backing, and the upper cornice has a subtle decorative curve. Its robust oak frame and original glazing evoke early 20th-century utility cabinetry, likely from a school or general store. With a classic honey finish and vintage wear, this piece offers both character and storage.

Era:
Early 1900s – likely 1910s to 1930s

Style:
American Craftsman with Institutional Utility influence

Technique:
Joinery with glass inlay, brass hardware application, hand-applied wood finish

Tools Used:
Hand plane, chisel, joiner, lathe (for knobs), screwdriver (hinge & lock set), hand saw

History:
Originally installed as part of a built-in cabinet system in a school, apothecary, or civic building.

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Possible suggestion based on style and fittings – likely regional craftsman or institutional millwork shop; Maker: Unknown

Measurements:
49 ¾" W x 63" T x 12 ¾" D

Suggested Weight:
125–145 lbs

Music:
Likely something heard faintly through the halls in the 1920s — try "Ain't Misbehavin’" by Fats Waller

Item Number : P13625

Category : Display Cabinets

Brand : UK