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George III Period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
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W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

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George III Period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler

18th century
Description

An important George III period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler of coopered construction, the body and lid with 3 bands of brass, the base with four square sectioned tapered legs. The interior is lead lined and retains a tap for draining the water from this.

Circa. 1785

H: 28”, 71cms, W: 21”, 53.5cms, D: 16”, 41cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
53.5cm (21.06")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Wine Cooler to the 18th Century.

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SA666522
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10829
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Description
An important George III period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler of coopered construction, the body and lid with 3 bands of brass, the base with four square sectioned tapered legs. The interior is lead lined and retains a tap for draining the water from this.

Circa. 1785

H: 28”, 71cms, W: 21”, 53.5cms, D: 16”, 41cms.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
53.5cm (21.06")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Wine Cooler to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA666522
Dealers Internal Ref
10829
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

Specialists in 17th-18th and early 19th century fine english furniture, art, clocks and other objets d'art

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OX28 6BU
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A George III period oval mahogany wine cooler on four tapered legs with polished brass structural bands and a fitted hinged lid.
George III period Oval Mahogany Wine Cooler
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A George III period oval mahogany wine cooler on four tapered legs with polished brass structural bands and a fitted hinged lid.
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Originating in the 18th century during the Georgian period, wine coolersalso known as cellaretteswere designed to hold ice and keep wine bottles chilled during formal dining. Placed near the dining table or sideboard, they served as both practical beverage storage and status symbols in wealthy households.

Georgian wine coolers were primarily crafted from dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany due to its water resistance and durability. They frequently feature brass binding hoops for strength, metal or lead interior linings to contain melted ice, and framed wooden bases.

Authentic period pieces display staved timber construction similar to barrel making, hand-cut joinery, original patinated brass straps with hand-cut screws, and historical wear on the interior where metal liners rested. Later reproductions often feature machine-cut components and lighter synthetic woods.

In modern interiors, an antique cellarette functions well as an occasional side table, a plant stand, or discreet storage for spirits and dry bar accoutrements. Its deep timber tones provide visual weight in living rooms, hallways, or dining areas.

Dust the exterior regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the wood finish. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources or moisture to prevent warping of the mahogany and tarnishing of the brass bands.
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