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Antique Burr Walnut Cocktail Drinks Cabinet
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Antique Burr Walnut Cocktail Drinks Cabinet

1900 - 1920
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An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet dating to the early 20th century, featuring beautifully figured burr walnut veneers with a rich warm colour and attractive grain throughout. This elegant cabinet has a shaped carved crest above two upper doors fitted with ornate decorative brass hinges and an elaborate central brass escutcheon.

The upper doors open to reveal a fitted drinks compartment with a mirrored back, glass shelves and a mirrored base, ideal for displaying and storing glasses, decanters and drinks accessories. Both doors have beautifully finished light wood interiors with fitted rails for additional storage.

The lower section has two panelled cupboard doors with decorative carved corner detailing and an attractive brass key escutcheon. Opening to reveal a spacious storage compartment with an internal drawer, providing useful additional storage for bottles and accessories.

The cabinet stands on elegant carved cabriole legs with scroll feet and a shaped carved apron with decorative central shell detailing.

A handsome and practical antique English cocktail cabinet combining beautifully figured burr walnut, decorative brass fittings and generous storage. An attractive statement piece for a dining room, drawing room or entertaining area.

Condition Report

Presented in very good antique condition with lovely colour and patina. The interior is clean and well presented with fitted glass shelves and mirrored surfaces.

Height: 159 cm (62.60 in)

Width: 90.5 cm (35.63 in)

Depth: 50 cm (19.69 in)

Date: Circa 1920

Origin: England

Physical Dimensions
Height
159cm (62.60")
Width
90.5cm (35.63")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Cocktail Cabinet to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240088
Dealers Internal Reference
3258
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Description
An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet dating to the early 20th century, featuring beautifully figured burr walnut veneers with a rich warm colour and attractive grain throughout.
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This elegant cabinet has a shaped carved crest above two upper doors fitted with ornate decorative brass hinges and an elaborate central brass escutcheon.
London City Antiques
fig 1. An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet featuring decorative brass hardware, carved scroll cresting, two cupboard sections, and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Antique Burr Walnut Cocktail Drinks Cabinet

The upper doors open to reveal a fitted drinks compartment with a mirrored back, glass shelves and a mirrored base, ideal for displaying and storing glasses, decanters and drinks accessories. Both doors have beautifully finished light wood interiors with fitted rails for additional storage.

fig 2. An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet featuring decorative brass hardware, carved scroll cresting, two cupboard sections, and cabriole legs.
fig 2. Antique Burr Walnut Cocktail Drinks Cabinet

The lower section has two panelled cupboard doors with decorative carved corner detailing and an attractive brass key escutcheon. Opening to reveal a spacious storage compartment with an internal drawer, providing useful additional storage for bottles and accessories.

fig 3. An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet featuring decorative brass hardware, carved scroll cresting, two cupboard sections, and cabriole legs.
fig 3. Antique Burr Walnut Cocktail Drinks Cabinet

The cabinet stands on elegant carved cabriole legs with scroll feet and a shaped carved apron with decorative central shell detailing.

A handsome and practical antique English cocktail cabinet combining beautifully figured burr walnut, decorative brass fittings and generous storage. An attractive statement piece for a dining room, drawing room or entertaining area.

fig 4. An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet featuring decorative brass hardware, carved scroll cresting, two cupboard sections, and cabriole legs.
fig 4. Antique Burr Walnut Cocktail Drinks Cabinet

Condition Report

Presented in very good antique condition with lovely colour and patina. The interior is clean and well presented with fitted glass shelves and mirrored surfaces.

Height: 159 cm (62.60 in)

Width: 90.5 cm (35.63 in)

Depth: 50 cm (19.69 in)

Date: Circa 1920

Origin: England

Height
159cm (62.60")
Width
90.5cm (35.63")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Cocktail Cabinet to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240088
Dealers Internal Ref
3258
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet featuring decorative brass hardware, carved scroll cresting, two cupboard sections, and cabriole legs.
Antique Burr Walnut Cocktail Drinks Cabinet
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  • ObjectCocktail Cabinets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleQueen Anne Revival
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut Veneer, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Cabriole legs, Brass strap hinges, Carved cresting
  • SizeH 159 cm (63 in) x W 90.5 cm (36 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

An antique burr walnut cocktail cabinet from the early 20th century follows a Queen Anne Revival style. The piece presents a rich warm brown timber colour with highly figured burr walnut veneer and a polished finish. Decorative elements include ornate brass strap hinges, an elaborate central brass escutcheon, a shaped carved cresting at the top, carved cabriole legs ending in scroll feet, and a shaped carved apron centered by a shell motif. The construction measures 159 cm high by 90.5 cm wide by 50 cm deep. Functioning as a practical home bar, the double-door upper compartment houses a mirrored interior with display shelving, while the lower panelled doors conceal a storage space with an internal drawer. This freestanding unit suits placement in a drawing room, dining room, or entertaining space for organizing glassware and drinks accessories.

FAQs

A burr walnut cocktail cabinet is a dedicated piece of storage furniture designed to hold spirits, decanters, and glassware, crafted using figured walnut veneer sourced from tree growths displaying intricate grain patterns.

These cabinets are typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, overlaid with decorative veneers like burr walnut, and finished with brass strap hinges, escutcheons, or lock plates.

Authentic pieces usually feature hand-fitted dovetail joints, solid wood drawer linings, heavy cast brass hardware, and specialized internal fittings such as mirrored backs, glass shelves, or pull-out mixing slides.

Position the cabinet against a neutral or dark-painted accent wall in a dining room, living area, or hallway, using its warm timber tones to balance contemporary art and sleek metal accents.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft microfiber cloth, applying a high-grade beeswax polish twice a year, and keeping the wood away from direct sunlight, radiators, or moist environments.
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