Early Victorian glazed mahogany and gilt-brass mounted doors circa 1840

comprising two pairs, a set of three and a pair of double doors, each with finally chased foliate decorated gilt handles and brass canister hinges, the larger doors with twin astragal moulding, each bearing a paper label inscribed with a number the word cupboard and Plate Room the lock plate engraved J. Bramah, Piccadilly

Probably ordered by William Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire (1790-1858) These measurments are approximate. Of high quality. The doors would benefit from a thorough clean. The glazing is all in good condition but the gilt metal mounts are tarnished.
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These were originally located in the Plate Room at Devonshire House. This space was positioned in the basement, in a semi-circular room, below the Crystal Staircase on the ground floor.