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Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency
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Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency

19th century
Description

This is a large antique sarcophagus cellarette. An English, mahogany and lead lined wine cooler or centrepiece, dating to the Regency period, circa 1830.

Striking Regency centrepiece of superb form and proportion

Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Select mahogany presents fascinating grain interest

Rich caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish

Sarcophagus form with deep, splayed lid over tapering body

Opening smoothly to reveal the lead lined interior

Divided into six compartments to keep your wine bottles chilled

Dressed with small, inset lock to fore — key absent

Stout plinth base, with 360-degree finish ideal for central room placement

This is an alluring antique sarcophagus cellarette, with superb proportion and delightful finish. Of superior craftsmanship, the cooler is as useful today as it was nearly 200 years ago. Can be used as a distinctive centrepiece to any room or as a coffee table. Solid joints and construction. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 71.5cm (28.25'')

Max Depth: 51cm (20'')

Max Height: 51cm (20'')

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Our Ref: 18.7759

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
71.5cm (28.15")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Sarcophagus Cellarette to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA829080
Dealers Internal Reference
18.7759
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Description
This is a large antique sarcophagus cellarette.
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An English, mahogany and lead lined wine cooler or centrepiece, dating to the Regency period, circa 1830.
London Fine Antiques

Striking Regency centrepiece of superb form and proportion

fig 1. A Regency mahogany cellarette with a sarcophagus-shaped stepped lid, tapering sides, and a moulded plinth base.
fig 1. Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency

Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Select mahogany presents fascinating grain interest

Rich caramel hues beam beneath a wax polish finish

Sarcophagus form with deep, splayed lid over tapering body

fig 2. A Regency mahogany cellarette with a sarcophagus-shaped stepped lid, tapering sides, and a moulded plinth base.
fig 2. Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency

Opening smoothly to reveal the lead lined interior

Divided into six compartments to keep your wine bottles chilled

Dressed with small, inset lock to fore — key absent

Stout plinth base, with 360-degree finish ideal for central room placement

fig 3. A Regency mahogany cellarette with a sarcophagus-shaped stepped lid, tapering sides, and a moulded plinth base.
fig 3. Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency

This is an alluring antique sarcophagus cellarette, with superb proportion and delightful finish. Of superior craftsmanship, the cooler is as useful today as it was nearly 200 years ago. Can be used as a distinctive centrepiece to any room or as a coffee table. Solid joints and construction. Delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.

fig 4. A Regency mahogany cellarette with a sarcophagus-shaped stepped lid, tapering sides, and a moulded plinth base.
fig 4. Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency

Dimensions:

Max Width: 71.5cm (28.25'')

Max Depth: 51cm (20'')

Max Height: 51cm (20'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 5. A Regency mahogany cellarette with a sarcophagus-shaped stepped lid, tapering sides, and a moulded plinth base.
fig 5. Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.7759

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
71.5cm (28.15")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Sarcophagus Cellarette to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA829080
Dealers Internal Ref
18.7759
London Fine Antiques
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A Regency mahogany cellarette with a sarcophagus-shaped stepped lid, tapering sides, and a moulded plinth base.
Large Antique Sarcophagus Cellarette, English, Mahogany, Wine Cooler, Regency
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FAQs

A Regency cellarette is a wooden chest designed to store and chill wine bottles in formal dining rooms during the early 19th century. The sarcophagus form, inspired by classical Roman and Egyptian antiquities, became particularly prominent in British furniture design during the Regency era.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood, often finished with flame mahogany veneers. The interiors were originally lined with zinc or lead to hold ice and water without damaging the timber frame.

Authentic Regency examples display period woodworking features such as hand-cut dovetail joints, flame mahogany veneers, and classical sarcophagus shaping. Key hallmarks also include original brass escutcheons, internal lead lining or residual oxidisation marks, and natural hand-rubbed patina on the timber.

A cellarette functions well as an occasional side piece in a dining room, hallway, or study. It can be positioned beneath a sideboard, placed in an empty corner, or used as a standalone accent box to house spirits and glassware.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or fading. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year along the grain, and avoid using abrasive liquid cleaners on the original finish.
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