Liquor cabinet - Coromandel
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Description from the seller
Stunning Coromandel Liquor Casket
England, circa 1870
This beautiful box features a hinged lid with a vacant brass cartouche and opens to reveal a finely fitted, leather-lined interior. Inside, there is space for three decanters and fourteen glasses.
The brass lock mechanisms are of the highest quality and are stamped / engraved by Bramah London and Chapman.
Condition is truly mint – the casket displays a rich, beautiful patina with no scratches, damage or restorations. The brass fittings and locking system are in excellent working order. Please review the photos to fully appreciate the exceptional quality of this item.
Dimensions:
Width: 32 cm
Height: 24 cm
Depth: 19.5 cm
Interior measurements:
Square compartments (for decanters): 8.5 cm x 8.5 cm
Glass holders (inverted position): 6 cm wide x 0.5 cm high (maximum height of foot size of the glass to fit)
Provenance:
Acquired from an elegant estate in Paris.
Included in this lot is an original crystal whisky decanter, presented by the previous owner. The decanter is in very good condition, with only a few extremely minor chips to the stopper (not visible when displayed).
This superb high quality casket and decanter will be carefully packed and shipped insured.
Stunning Coromandel Liquor Casket
England, circa 1870
This beautiful box features a hinged lid with a vacant brass cartouche and opens to reveal a finely fitted, leather-lined interior. Inside, there is space for three decanters and fourteen glasses.
The brass lock mechanisms are of the highest quality and are stamped / engraved by Bramah London and Chapman.
Condition is truly mint – the casket displays a rich, beautiful patina with no scratches, damage or restorations. The brass fittings and locking system are in excellent working order. Please review the photos to fully appreciate the exceptional quality of this item.
Dimensions:
Width: 32 cm
Height: 24 cm
Depth: 19.5 cm
Interior measurements:
Square compartments (for decanters): 8.5 cm x 8.5 cm
Glass holders (inverted position): 6 cm wide x 0.5 cm high (maximum height of foot size of the glass to fit)
Provenance:
Acquired from an elegant estate in Paris.
Included in this lot is an original crystal whisky decanter, presented by the previous owner. The decanter is in very good condition, with only a few extremely minor chips to the stopper (not visible when displayed).
This superb high quality casket and decanter will be carefully packed and shipped insured.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Wood type
Coromandel
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
24 cm
Width
32 cm
Depth
19.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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