Antique Cocktail Cabinet, English, Egyptian Taste, Great Exhibition, Victorian

This is an antique cocktail cabinet. An English, mahogany and cast iron Great Exhibition era drinks stand in Egyptian revival taste, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Rare and delightfully fascinating, with a distinctive aesthetic finish
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues
Arranged as a top cabinet with a pair of drawers beneath a faux fascia

Unusual form, with canted corners, the front pair hosting Egyptian Queen busts in cast iron
Lid opens back through 180 degrees, revealing a deep interior
Pair of removable shelves offering space for bottles below, or a set of drinking glasses
The interior height of 31cm easily accommodates whiskey decanters or Demi-sized bottles

Fascia presented as drawers, the upper two being a decorative, faux panel
Pair of opening drawers, the deeper drawer with a working lock — key present
Lower drawer interior replete with a two divisions to the right hand side

Scrolled cast iron rail accentuates the lower front apron
Striking front legs host highly memorable pairs of feet with block toes
Square section rear legs gently taper towards the ground

This is a highly distinctive antique cocktail cabinet, with a period revival interest of Egyptian iconography accentuating the casework in a pleasingly original, and unusual manner. Typical of the expressive craftsmanship surrounding the Great Exhibition of 1851, this cabinet is a rare and endearing example. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 78cm (30.75'')
Max Depth: 59.5cm (23.5'')
Max Height: 96.5cm (38'')

Internal Width: 65.5cm (25.75'')
Internal Depth: 50.5cm (20'')
Internal Height: 31cm (12.25'')