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Art Deco "Harrods" Cocktail Cabinet
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Art Deco "Harrods" Cocktail Cabinet

1920 - 1940
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An unusual Harrods of London Art Deco cocktail cabinet. The cross banded top having ebony line inlay, thumb moulded edge and canted corners. The top lifts and the conforming 2 doors open to reveal a wonderful fully fitted stepped interior in maple and mahogany. The sides retain the original cocktail sticks and the door interiors have fittings for more glasses. Below is a chrome and plate glass slide for creating drinks. The lower cupboard has a pull out cellarette to one side and bottle or glass storage to the other. The silver plated drinks tray is housed on the inside of the lid, all the fittings are good quality chrome and the cabinet comes with a large quantity of glasses, decanters, cocktail shaker and soda syphon. Condition- Very good, no damage or repairs. Dimensions:- Height…47’’/ 120cm. Width…28’’/ 71cm. Depth…17.5’’/ 44.5cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £60.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
44.5cm (17.52")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet to the 1930s.

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SA1239847
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24970
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An unusual Harrods of London Art Deco cocktail cabinet. The cross banded top having ebony line inlay, thumb moulded edge and canted corners.
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The top lifts and the conforming 2 doors open to reveal a wonderful fully fitted stepped interior in maple and mahogany.
John Howkins Antiques

The sides retain the original cocktail sticks and the door interiors have fittings for more glasses. Below is a chrome and plate glass slide for creating drinks. The lower cupboard has a pull out cellarette to one side and bottle or glass storage to the other. The silver plated drinks tray is housed on the inside of the lid, all the fittings are good quality chrome and the cabinet comes with a large quantity of glasses, decanters, cocktail shaker and soda syphon. Condition- Very good, no damage or repairs. Dimensions:- Height…47’’/ 120cm. Width…28’’/ 71cm. Depth…17.5’’/ 44.5cm. Delivery by furniture carrier £60.

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
44.5cm (17.52")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239847
Dealers Internal Ref
24970
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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An open Art Deco walnut cocktail cabinet displaying a fitted mirrored interior with glassware, a silver-plated tray, and carved cabriole legs.
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Archive I An open Art Deco walnut cocktail cabinet displaying a fitted mirrored interior with glassware, a silver-plated tray, and carved cabriole legs.

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An open Art Deco walnut cocktail cabinet displaying a fitted mirrored interior with glassware, a silver-plated tray, and carved cabriole legs.
Art Deco "Harrods" Cocktail Cabinet
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  • ObjectCocktail Cabinets
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialWalnut, Glass, Mirror, Chrome
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFitted interior, mirrored back, cabriole legs, hinged lid
  • SizeH 120 cm (47 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 44.5 cm (18 in)

An Art Deco cocktail cabinet dating from 1930, made in walnut, glass, mirror, and chrome with a warm brown finish. The piece has a hinged lid, a fitted interior with a mirrored back, and cabriole legs. Visible details include chrome handles, thumb moulded edges, and carved cabriole legs with pad feet. The cabinet measures 120 cm high, 71 cm wide, and 44.5 cm deep. This cocktail cabinet fits into a living room or dining room for entertaining guests. The interior houses an assortment of glassware, decanters, a cocktail shaker, a soda syphon, and a silver-plated tray mounted on the underside of the lid.

FAQs

Popularised during the 1920s and 1930s, an Art Deco cocktail cabinet is a specialised piece of furniture designed for storing liquor, glassware, and bar accessories. These cabinets emerged alongside the rise of home entertaining and cocktail culture.

Craftsmen typically utilised hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and maple veneers, often accented with mirrored interiors, chrome fixtures, and glass shelves. High-end examples frequently incorporated fitted sections to hold individual glasses and shakers.

Authentic pieces feature period-appropriate construction, such as hand-cut dovetail joints, original mirror foxing, and period hardware like nickel or chrome latches. Look for specialised design details such as pop-up mechanisms, integrated drop-down doors, or custom-cut slots for cocktail accessories.

Position the cabinet as a standalone feature piece in a dining room, living area, or wide hallway to create an entertaining focal point. Keep the exterior top simple with a table lamp or small sculpture, allowing the interior display to take centre stage when opened.

Dust the exterior wood regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally along the grain. Clean internal mirror and glass sections using an alcohol-based glass cleaner applied directly to a cloth rather than sprayed onto the timber.
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