Overview
A fine late Victorian satinwood demi-lune side cabinet by Flashman & Co of Dover, dating from circa 1890. Crafted in richly figured satinwood with elegant rosewood crossbanding and decorated throughout with finely hand-painted classical panels, this is a rare and decorative piece combining fine cabinetmaking with high-quality painted ornament of considerable charm.
Key Features
- Maker: Flashman & Co, Dover - late Victorian, circa 1890
- Richly figured satinwood with elegant rosewood crossbanding
- Central door with hand-painted romantic mythological garden scene
- Flanking panels depicting neo-classical pedestal urns
- Delicate line inlay framing throughout
- Elegant demi-lune form - refined, practical, and space-efficient
- Elegant tapering legs
- Original internal shelving retained
Craftsmanship & Detail
The central door features a romantic mythological garden scene of considerable painterly quality, while the flanking panels depict neo-classical pedestal urns - all framed within delicate line inlay that highlights the warm satinwood ground and rosewood crossbanding. The demi-lune form is both refined and practical, offering strong visual presence while remaining well-proportioned and space-efficient. Raised on elegant tapering legs and retaining its original internal shelving, this cabinet represents the finest tradition of late Victorian decorative furniture - a documented piece by a named maker, suitable for refined interiors and serious collectors alike.