Antique Canteen, English, Oak, Campaign Cutlery, Specimen Drawers, Edwardian

Name: Antique Canteen, English, Oak, Campaign Cutlery, Specimen Drawers, Edwardian
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA991991
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

Sold by London Fine Antiques

Description

This is an antique canteen. An English, fine oak campaign cutlery case by Mappin & Webb, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Exceptional quality and of comprehensive arrangement

Fine craftsmanship and form presents opportunity for use as a quality specimen cabinet

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Select oak shows superior grain interest and wisps of medullary rays

Rich caramel hues beam beneath the wax polish finish

Gently rolled lid with unmarked shield cartouche - ideal for personalised engraving

Pair of field panel doors, dressed with an inset brass-lined lock — in working order, key present

Three drawer interior, each fitted with brass shield backplates with recessed handles

Drawers lined with striking cobalt blue velvet, with small plaques for each type of cutlery

Of large service size, hosting 108 absent pieces - drawers can hold 36, 43 and 29pcs respectively

Brass drop handles to either side for ease of carriage, in the campaign manner

Benefits from a recently applied emerald green protective baize to base

Maker's label for Mappin & Webb Ltd, London, Sheffield & Johannesburg

This is a delectable antique canteen, graced with superb quality and beautifully presented. Comprehensive and attractive, this example by Mappin & Webb is sure to appeal to any host or collector. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 55cm (21.75'')

Max Depth: 41.5cm (16.25'')

Max Height: 24.5cm (9.75'')

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Physical Dimensions

Height

24.5cm (9.65")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

41.5cm (16.34")

Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA991991

Dealers Internal Reference

18.8268

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is an antique canteen.

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An English, fine oak campaign cutlery case by Mappin & Webb, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

London Fine Antiques

Exceptional quality and of comprehensive arrangement

Fine craftsmanship and form presents opportunity for use as a quality specimen cabinet

fig 1. Antique Canteen, English, Oak, Campaign Cutlery, Specimen Drawers, Edwardian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order

Select oak shows superior grain interest and wisps of medullary rays

Rich caramel hues beam beneath the wax polish finish

Gently rolled lid with unmarked shield cartouche - ideal for personalised engraving

fig 2. Antique Canteen, English, Oak, Campaign Cutlery, Specimen Drawers, Edwardian

Pair of field panel doors, dressed with an inset brass-lined lock — in working order, key present

Three drawer interior, each fitted with brass shield backplates with recessed handles

Drawers lined with striking cobalt blue velvet, with small plaques for each type of cutlery

fig 3. Antique Canteen, English, Oak, Campaign Cutlery, Specimen Drawers, Edwardian

Of large service size, hosting 108 absent pieces - drawers can hold 36, 43 and 29pcs respectively

Brass drop handles to either side for ease of carriage, in the campaign manner

Benefits from a recently applied emerald green protective baize to base

fig 4. Antique Canteen, English, Oak, Campaign Cutlery, Specimen Drawers, Edwardian

Maker's label for Mappin & Webb Ltd, London, Sheffield & Johannesburg

This is a delectable antique canteen, graced with superb quality and beautifully presented. Comprehensive and attractive, this example by Mappin & Webb is sure to appeal to any host or collector. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.