I like that people know that I love old stuff. A friend recently called me and told me that she had a cabinet that belonged to her husbands father. He had recently passed away and no one wanted this particular piece of furniture. She wanted it to go to a good home.
I went to look at it and LOVED it.
Great raised details on the sides.
Even the key is spectacular!
It is about 4 foot high and has a great patina.
It belonged Ida and Max. They had a stylish N.Y. apartment in the 1940's that a decorator helped to furnish.
I didn't realize it when I brought it home but now I have MORE storage!
Ida and Max, your cabinet has gone to a very good home.
Your house is where all great vintage things go to find a happy home! What a great cabinet, full of character and ready to be filled with all sorts of neat goodies. Ida and Max can rest in peace, knowing that this cabinet will be loved all over again!
Posted by: Carol @ Old Glory Cottage | June 13, 2010 at 09:59 AM
That is just gorgeous! Enjoy.
Posted by: Claudia | June 13, 2010 at 10:02 AM
I love that key! It's amazing that the cabinet still has the key! Your cabinet is beautiful and Ida & Max would be happy it's safe and cherished with you.
Hugs,
Jill
Posted by: Jill | June 13, 2010 at 10:10 AM
PS: MY gift for you is still being made-- but getting there! I will let you know when it ships!
Sorry it's taking so long!
Hugs,
Jill
Posted by: Jill | June 13, 2010 at 10:11 AM
Awesome..friend..piece of furniture..and of course your luck!!
I'm sure it is happy in your most loved home!
Cindy from Rick-Rack and Gingham
Posted by: Cindy | June 13, 2010 at 10:14 AM
Oh, my goodness! Can you even imagine NOT wanting that?! Sometimes people baffle me...but lucky you! It's gorgeous, and I'm sure it knows it's in a loving home!
Julie
Posted by: Julie Campbell | June 13, 2010 at 10:31 AM
this is wonderful! xo
Posted by: natalea | June 13, 2010 at 10:48 AM
I can't imagine not wanting that cabinet! And the key...! Is that wallpaper on the inside?
I wallpapered a hall closet last year. It looked so wonderful, I didn't want to put anything in it ever again. Like a grotto or small magical room. yeah, it's full of coats now and the magic is gone.
Enjoy your gift. I know one of these days you'll show it again --filled with wonderous treasures.
Posted by: Janet | June 13, 2010 at 11:16 AM
I am so happy it found a good home, although it could come live with me!! What a beautiful piece and I love the key. Storage!! Yippee! Just beautiful!
Posted by: Linda @ A La Carte | June 13, 2010 at 11:18 AM
Ida and Max must be soooo happy. That cabinet is one to be loved and how great of your friend to think of you. Love the whole thing...inside and out.
Annette
Posted by: Annette | June 13, 2010 at 11:28 AM
What a beautiful cabinet, and a thoughtful friend!
:)
~Becca~
Posted by: Becca | June 13, 2010 at 11:53 AM
Get outta town!! That cabinet is totally awesome. I love the scalloped top. I have a little cabinet about that same size with a key too, but I got mine out of a catalog and it was under $100. It's one of my favorite little pieces.
Posted by: Carol T. | June 13, 2010 at 01:32 PM
How special!!
Posted by: Angela | June 13, 2010 at 03:02 PM
What a great friend. Aren't we lucky to have people like that in our life? and yes that is a great little cabinet.
Posted by: sandy | June 13, 2010 at 03:12 PM
Oh Laurie, the cabinet is
lovely and how wonderful that
it will be with you in your
home. It was meant to be.
Hugs,
Janis
Posted by: Janis | June 13, 2010 at 04:57 PM
Great cabinet! I'm curious..Did it come to you with any hint about the age or maker?
Posted by: Jan | June 14, 2010 at 07:07 AM
Wow--what a blessing!1 It GORGEOUS--I love the old faded aqua color, the wonderful gold on the carving. Gee-if you get tired of it I know a good home in Maryland....
Posted by: Tamera Wolfe | June 14, 2010 at 07:52 AM
What a great gift Laurie! Love the curvy legs on it.
Posted by: myshabbyroses | June 14, 2010 at 02:13 PM