Tall and elegant, this vintage vitrine makes an ideal display case. Built in France in the 20th century, the design has an attractive simplicity: clean lines and the stylish black finish of the wood astutely frame the glass shelves without distracting from the objects placed within. Windows on all four sides of the case maximize natural light, and permit a 360 degree panorama of the treasures on view. The lower half of the cabinet offers four storage nooks — a practical detail. The dark surface of the wood has weathered to a subtle patina over the years, revealing warm glimpses of the cherry-red wood beneath.