Antique Cocktail Cabinet, English, Counterweighted Bar, Albert Barker, Victorian

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This is an antique cocktail cabinet. An English, mahogany and boxwood counterweighted dry bar, dating to the late Victorian period, … Read more This is an antique cocktail cabinet. An English, mahogany and boxwood counterweighted dry bar, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1895.

Exceptional cabinetry with a striking appearance and superb mechanical interest
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich russet hues
Lighter boxwood inlay adds a sophistication to the finish throughout

A treat of functionality, the fold-out top activating the counterweighted serving area
Concealed until required, a glass caddy rises from within the frame at the back of the cabinet
Hosting a pair of tumbler glasses within a brass stanchion, beneath a rack for eight shot glasses
Each side of the folding top hosts a recessed bottle platform with raised plinth behind

Upper lock mechanism engraved for Albert Barker, maker and silversmith to Queen Victoria — key absent
Faux drawer front elegantly dressed with a pair of circular brass pulls, accentuated with bead detail
The fall-front fascia conceals a generous cabinet, held securely by a renowned Bramah lock — key present
The fall articulates smoothly upon a striking pair of brass support arms
Internal pressure lever releases the lower storage drawer when the fall front is opened

A fine antique cocktail cabinet, crafted in the late Victorian period with the delectable sensibilities of the middle Georgian period, this exceptional example is sure to enhance any lounge or dining room. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 55.5cm (21.75'')
Max Depth: 47cm (18.5'')
Max Height: 83.5cm (32.75'')

Fully Opened Width: 111cm (43.75'')
Fully Opened Depth: 78.5cm (31'')
Fully Opened Height: 112.5cm (44.25'') See less