Hello Glenn, thanks for your helpful reply! Yes, filling in the shellac to level out to a smooth feel is what I'm hoping to do. If that is still rough (and it is) I did not think starting the waxing process would help (yet). When you say "try a little french polish Shallac and linseed oil," do you mean try the french polish *process* with shellac and alcohol you describe elsewhere followed by linseed oil? Or do you mean an application mixing shellac with linseed oil? Sorry to be so dense, but I don't want to make a mistake with this beautiful cabinet!
I really, REALLY appreciate the advice you give here!
Best
Ellpea aka Pamela