Neoclassical White and Gold Display Cabinet
At OE-FASHION Furniture, the vitrine is engineered to balance high transparency with significant structural rigidity. The Neoclassical White and Gold Display Cabinet utilises a curved architectural form to soften the corners of a rectangular room, providing a focal point for luxury dining environments that requires secure display storage.
Aesthetic Structure & Proportions
The unit features a “bow-front” (convex) façade, flanked by curved fixed glass panels. This radius is capped by a heavy cornice featuring a hand-carved laurel frieze finished in gold leaf. The lower register is lifted from the ground by three monumental scroll legs, creating a sense of suspension that contradicts the unit’s physical weight, a hallmark of Neoclassical furniture design aimed at reducing visual bulk.
Construction Logic & Material Behaviour
The structural core is fabricated from form-pressed plywood to match the specific radius of the glass doors. This eliminates the joint stress often found in solid wood when forced into curvature.
- Glazing: We utilise 6mm toughened (tempered) glass, hot-bent to precise moulds. The doors are hung on pivot hinges rather than cup hinges to maintain a clean visual line.
- Surface Treatment: The drawer fronts feature a specialised “foil overlay” technique, combining silver and gold leaf in a floral relief pattern. This is sealed under a clear lacquer to prevent oxidation. For maintenance protocols, refer to our finishing guide.
- Lighting: High-CRI LED strips are recessed into the vertical styles, directed inward to illuminate contents without creating glare on the viewing glass.
Functional Integration & Ergonomics
The interior is lined with a mirror back panel to reflect ambient light and double the perceived depth of displayed objects. The glass shelves are adjustable on discrete brass pins, allowing for the accommodation of varying heights of stemware or sculpture.
Installation & Project Constraints
Stability Warning: Due to the high centre of gravity and glass weight, this unit must be tethered to the structural wall using the provided anti-tip kit. The unit ships in two primary modules (Base Plinth/Drawers + Top Display Cabinet) to facilitate elevator access.
Bespoke Manufacturing (OEM / ODM)
OE-FASHION Furniture operates as a technical manufacturing partner for interior designers.
- Glass Options: Clear, bevelled, or low-iron (extra clear) glass available.
- Back Panel: Mirror can be replaced with fabric-wrapped panels or wood veneer.
- Scale Adaptation: Width can be expanded to 4-door or 6-door configurations for grand halls.
Why OE-FASHION Furniture
Start your bespoke journey with our design team to specify the lighting temperature and dimensional requirements for your Neoclassical White and Gold Display Cabinet. We invite you to view our project gallery to assess the quality of our joinery in completed international projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the glass safe for shipping?
A: Yes. The glass shelves are packed separately in timber crates. The curved door glass is protected by internal bracing and high-density foam during transit.
Q: Can the LED lighting be connected to a smart home system?
A: We pre-wire the LEDs to a standard driver. Your site electrician can easily interface this driver with Lutron, Control4, or other dimming systems.
Q: What is the weight capacity of the shelves?
A: Each 6mm tempered glass shelf is rated for 15kg of distributed load.
