George IV Mahogany Sarcophagus Wine Cooler

19th century

Sold by Georgian Antiques

Description

Circa 1820, George IV mahogany sarcophagus shaped wine cooler. The raised rectangular top has a stylish gadrooned edge and beneath this is a concave moulding which forms the upper part of the lid. There is a large rounded moulding which runs around the entire top. This is hinged and opens to reveal the interior which has a new aluminium liner added, making it functional as a modern day wine cooler. There is also a chain retainer to stop the lid falling back on itself. The main body has fielded panels on all sides which are framed with a shaped beading on the front and side panels. There are original gilded lifting handles on the sides in the form of ring pulls, with a large stylish pummel and a lovely sunburst embossed brass plate. The whole piece stands on simple block feet, with small revolving castors below. Mellow colour, stylish and functional.

Size 45cm high x 75cm wide x 55cm deep.

Most items include delivery anywhere in the UK mainland.

Physical Dimensions

Height

45cm (17.72")

Width

75cm (29.53")

Depth

55cm (21.65")

Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA360454

Dealers Internal Reference

2520

Description

Circa 1820, George IV mahogany sarcophagus shaped wine cooler.

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The raised rectangular top has a stylish gadrooned edge and beneath this is a concave moulding which forms the upper part of the lid.

Georgian Antiques

There is a large rounded moulding which runs around the entire top. This is hinged and opens to reveal the interior which has a new aluminium liner added, making it functional as a modern day wine cooler. There is also a chain retainer to stop the lid falling back on itself. The main body has fielded panels on all sides which are framed with a shaped beading on the front and side panels. There are original gilded lifting handles on the sides in the form of ring pulls, with a large stylish pummel and a lovely sunburst embossed brass plate. The whole piece stands on simple block feet, with small revolving castors below. Mellow colour, stylish and functional.

Size 45cm high x 75cm wide x 55cm deep.

Most items include delivery anywhere in the UK mainland.