{"product_id":"oversized-antique-oak-exhibit-display-case-with-original-rippled-glass","title":"Oversized Antique Oak Exhibit Display Case with Original Rippled Glass","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional oversized antique wall display case, likely dating to the late 19th or early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring an impressive 72\" high, the case is constructed with a substantial oak frame surrounding a simple gilt inner moulding and a remarkably large panel of original rippled glass. The movement and distortion within the old glass is wonderful, particularly when viewed across a room or with objects displayed behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shallow interior was purpose-built for display. Black velvet lines the interior perimeter, with remnants of the same fabric remaining on the removable back panel. The back is secured using a combination of substantial wooden pegs and screws — straightforward period construction that allowed the display to be accessed and changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo maker's marks or identifying labels were found during our inspection. While its original setting is unknown, the scale, shallow depth and construction are consistent with the large \u003cstrong\u003eexhibit and exhibition cases used in institutional and commercial interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e for displaying collections, documents, photographs, textiles, specimens and other relatively shallow objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, it offers all sorts of possibilities. Used as a collector's display case, incorporated into a retail or hospitality interior, or filled sparingly with a carefully chosen collection, its sheer scale gives it an architectural presence that smaller wall cases simply don't have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would be equally happy to see it left largely empty. The oak, gilt surround and beautifully imperfect old glass make it a compelling object in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered as found, retaining the marks, wear and evidence of previous display that speak to its long working life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th \/ early 20th century, circa 1900\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak, glass, wood, gilt-finished inner moulding, velvet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 54\" W × 72\" H × 5\" D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior Display Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 41.5\" W × 59.5\" H × 2.75\" D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original antique rippled\/wavy glass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall-mounted display case\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $2,750 CAD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition with wear consistent with age and extensive previous use. The oak frame retains scratches, marks and areas of finish wear. The interior backing shows evidence of previous displays and retains remnants of black velvet. The original glass has pronounced waviness, rippling and optical distortion characteristic of old glass and is an important part of the character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Given the size, weight and original glass, appropriate professional installation and secure wall mounting are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salvage-Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53894953664795,"sku":null,"price":2950.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2711\/3506\/files\/antique-museum-style-exhibit-case-wavy-glass-salvage-garden.jpg?v=1788698011","url":"https:\/\/salvagegarden.ca\/products\/oversized-antique-oak-exhibit-display-case-with-original-rippled-glass","provider":"Salvage-Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}