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VINTAGE Antique HABERDASHERY CABINET Crowned Shields DRAWERS Austro-Hungarian

£259.68

Antique vintage Alba Perle’ Haberdashery Cabinet, two drawers unit with embossed shields. There’s a Latin motto on each shield, it reads Otiosus Locus Hic non Est, which translates this place is not idle. This motto was used in ancient times for places of trade, such as shops. This very rare cabinet was sourced from Hungary and dates to the time of the Austro-Hungarian empire. With dimensions of 34 cm in length, 41 cm in width, and 17 cm in height, this cabinet is totally charming. Whether used to store sewing essentials or as a sophisticated display piece, this haberdashery cabinet marries utility and character.