40 - R.J Horner & Co. Vernis Martin Curved Glass Vitrine 19th century Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: R.J. Horner & Co. Furniture Makers (New York, NY) Materials: Wood, gilt bronze/ormolu mounts, glass, hand-painted lacquer (Vernis Martin technique) Marking(s): An original rectangular manufacturer's plate affixed to the upper back casing, reading: "R.J. HORNER & CO. / FURNITURE MAKERS. / 63 & 65 W. 23RD ST., N.Y." Cataloguer's Note: Two shelves. Keys included. Mirrored back paneling. This c. 1890 Gilded Age curio cabinet (vitrine) reflects the late-19th-century American obsession with French court styles, particularly the Belle Époque revival of Louis XV tastes. While R.J. Horner & Co. is predominantly celebrated for monumental, heavily carved American oak pieces featuring mythical creatures, the firm simultaneously catered to high-society Manhattan estates by manufacturing and importing exquisite European-style salon furniture. This specific piece utilizes the classic Vernis Martin lacquer process, a specialized 18th-century French technique meant to replicate Chinese and Japanese lacquers. It features hand-painted romantic, pastoral courting scenes on the lower panels and delicate floral garlands along the upper frieze, all accented by a golden/bronze-dusted background. Notable features include its bowed/curved glass door, side panels, and decorative ormolu mounts. The presence of the original 23rd Street showroom metal tag significantly elevates its provenance and collectibility for Gilded Age furniture enthusiasts. H 63" x Depth 14" x L 31"

R.J Horner & Co. Vernis Martin Curved Glass Vitrine 19th century Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: R.J. Horner & Co. Furniture Makers (New York, NY) Materials: Wood, gilt bronze/ormolu mounts, glass, hand-painted lacquer (Vernis Martin technique) Marking(s): An original rectangular manufacturer's plate affixed to the upper back casing, reading: "R.J. HORNER & CO. / FURNITURE MAKERS. / 63 & 65 W. 23RD ST., N.Y." Cataloguer's Note: Two shelves. Keys included. Mirrored back paneling. This c. 1890 Gilded Age curio cabinet (vitrine) reflects the late-19th-century American obsession with French court styles, particularly the Belle Époque revival of Louis XV tastes. While R.J. Horner & Co. is predominantly celebrated for monumental, heavily carved American oak pieces featuring mythical creatures, the firm simultaneously catered to high-society Manhattan estates by manufacturing and importing exquisite European-style salon furniture. This specific piece utilizes the classic Vernis Martin lacquer process, a specialized 18th-century French technique meant to replicate Chinese and Japanese lacquers. It features hand-painted romantic, pastoral courting scenes on the lower panels and delicate floral garlands along the upper frieze, all accented by a golden/bronze-dusted background. Notable features include its bowed/curved glass door, side panels, and decorative ormolu mounts. The presence of the original 23rd Street showroom metal tag significantly elevates its provenance and collectibility for Gilded Age furniture enthusiasts. H 63" x Depth 14" x L 31" Good antique condition. One missing back panel. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com