Ladekast, opgesteld in het archeologisch museum in Luik, België before 1884

This is a photograph of a cabinet exhibited at the archeological museum in Liege, Belgium, by an anonymous artist. The cabinet is made of wood, with ornate carvings. The cultural significance of furniture often speaks volumes about social hierarchies. Cabinets such as these were symbols of wealth and power in European society, commissioned by those who could afford such craftsmanship. When we consider that this photograph was taken in a museum, we must reflect on what gets to be preserved and remembered in our society. The cabinet's preservation and display invite us to consider questions of value, access, and the stories we tell about ourselves through the objects we choose to venerate. In a world where the value of objects is constantly shifting, this cabinet stands as a reminder of the social and economic structures that shape our perception of worth.