Rare Regency Figured Mahogany Wine Cooler, Circa 1820, Sarcophagus Shaped

A superb English Regency period wine cooler of elegant sarcophagus form, veneered in beautifully figured mahogany. The restrained design is deliberate, allowing the exceptional quality and natural figuring of the timber to take precedence, with the rich grain providing the principal decorative feature.

The well-proportioned case displays the characteristic architectural form of the Regency period, combining imposing presence with a refined simplicity of ornament. The magnificent figured mahogany is complemented by a deep, warm colour and a richly developed patina, enhancing the inherent beauty of the veneer.

The interior retains its original lead lining, consistent with its intended use as a wine cooler. Of particular note is the survival of its original brass fittings, including the casters, lock, folding stay and hinges, the latter retaining their stamped marks. The preservation of these original elements contributes significantly to the authenticity and integrity of the piece.

A particularly fine example of Regency domestic furniture, this wine cooler is distinguished by the exceptional quality of its mahogany, its understated elegance and its remarkably original state of preservation. It is one of the finest examples of this type we have had the pleasure of handling.

The wine cooler is in very good condition, with an attractive rich colour and patina, and retains its original lead lining and brass hardware.

Origin: England

Date: Circa 1820

Period: Regency

Material: Figured mahogany veneer, with lead-lined interior and brass fittings

Form: Sarcophagus-shaped wine cooler

Fittings: Original brass casters, lock, folding stay and hinges

Height: 56 cm

Width: 75 cm

Depth: 49 cm

Condition: Very good, with rich colour, attractive patina and notable originality

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

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