Antique Metamorphic Drink Cabinet, English Oak, Bureau Form, Cocktail, Victorian

Our Stock # 18.8574

This is an antique metamorphic drinks cabinet. An English, oak bureau form cocktail cabinet, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

• Superior cabinetry with astonishing oak stocks and a delightful bureau form
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order
• Select oak stocks beam rich golden caramel tones throughout
• Excellent grain interest and an abundance of medullary rays

• Dashing canted form with a low back rest and tiered edge mouldings
• Large fall-front opens upon a counterweight to reveal a raised glass and decanter gallery
• Ahead of the gallery, the fall front remains generously sized for secure pouring
• Dressed with a pair of brass drop handles over shaped backplates and circular lock — key absent

• Deep, wide drawer set within the base replete with a second pair of brass handles
• The drawer interior appointed with a trio of compartments for storing spirits
• Elegant sash aprons to each side of the cabinet add a flourish
• Raised upon four short and distinctive tapering legs

This is an exceptional antique metamorphic drinks cabinet, with the subtle appearance of a bureau. Transformed with the opening of the fall front, the fitted drinks gallery and generous compartments of the drawer offer a host of opportunities for the lover of fine spirits and wines. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 86cm (33.75'')
Max Depth: 42cm (16.5'')
Max Height: 123.5cm (48.5'')

Extended Depth: 77.5cm (30.5'')
Lowered Fall-front Height: 77.5cm (30.5'')