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A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Surprise Drinks Cabinet.
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

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    Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.
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A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Surprise Drinks Cabinet.

1900 - 1920
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A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Mahogany And Satinwood Inlaid Surprise Drinks Cabinet. The square top in solid mahogany with satinwood cross banding, chequer band moulding and boxwood line inlaid detail. Hinged and opening to reveal a rising drinks section with integral humidor. The hinged surprise action using bellows from inside which allows the drinks section to lower slowly and safely. Made in the finest figured mahogany throughout and boxwood line laid detail to the frame, united by a central under tier and raised on the original brass cup castors. English Circa 1900-1910, probably made by Maple & Co of London or Finnigans of Manchester.

Dimensions: 24" wide x 25" deep x 32" high

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Surprise Drinks Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

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A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Mahogany And Satinwood Inlaid Surprise Drinks Cabinet.
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The square top in solid mahogany with satinwood cross banding, chequer band moulding and boxwood line inlaid detail.
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Hinged and opening to reveal a rising drinks section with integral humidor. The hinged surprise action using bellows from inside which allows the drinks section to lower slowly and safely. Made in the finest figured mahogany throughout and boxwood line laid detail to the frame, united by a central under tier and raised on the original brass cup castors. English Circa 1900-1910, probably made by Maple & Co of London or Finnigans of Manchester.

Dimensions: 24" wide x 25" deep x 32" high

Date of Manufacture

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Surprise Drinks Cabinet to the Edwardian era.

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SA1227543
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Christian Davies Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07774 991460
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The Calder Studio
Garden Village
Longsight Road
Clayton Le Dale
Blackburn
BB2 7JA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cdavies
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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An Edwardian mahogany surprise drinks cabinet featuring satinwood inlay, square tapered legs, a lower shelf, and brass castors.
A Fine Quality Edwardian Period Mahogany And Satinwood Inlaid Surprise Drinks Cabinet.
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  • ObjectDrinks Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSatinwood inlay, Square tapered legs, Brass castors, Lower tier shelf

This Edwardian surprise drinks cabinet follows a traditional gentleman's library style, constructed from figured mahogany with a warm brown tone. The square top has satinwood crossbanding, chequer band moulding, and boxwood line inlay, while the frame incorporates similar delicate inlay details. A lower tier shelf connects the square tapered legs, which terminate in original brass cup castors. The double-flap top opens via a hinged mechanism to reveal an interior designed for bottle and glass storage. Measuring 61 cm wide, 64 cm deep, and 81 cm high, the cabinet provides a compact, elegant storage solution. Positioned in an empty corner of a study, living room, or home bar, the piece functions as a sophisticated cocktail station or side table for entertaining guests. The concealed lifting mechanism provides both practical utility and a touch of period theatricality when hosting. The polished wooden surfaces and clean geometric lines blend easily with traditional and transitional interior schemes, serving as a focal point that combines decorative appeal with functional entertaining accessories.

FAQs

A surprise drinks cabinet is a mechanical piece of furniture popular in early 20th-century Britain, designed to conceal decanters and glassware within a dual-hinged table top until opened.

Craftsmen typically utilised solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, accented with decorative satinwood crossbanding, boxwood stringing inlay, and brass castors or hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, smooth mechanical rising mechanisms, period-correct brass castors, genuine wood patination, and neoclassical geometric marquetry.

Position the piece in a dining area, reception room, or hallway where it can function as a compact occasional table while serving as an accessible home bar when entertaining.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish sparingly along the grain, while avoiding placement near direct heat or sunlight.
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