A Cabinet is a piece of furniture designed for storing, displaying or protecting valuable objects, books, ceramics, silver or personal possessions. Cabinets have been produced in countless forms since the Renaissance, ranging from small table cabinets to imposing display cabinets with glazed doors and intricate marquetry. Antique cabinets were often crafted from fine timbers such as walnut, mahogany and oak, showcasing exceptional cabinetmaking skills and decorative veneers. Today they remain among the most versatile and desirable pieces of antique furniture.