Antique Edwardian Mahogany and Floral Marquetry Inlaid Wardrobe, 1890s

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This is a stunning antique edwardian breakfront flame mahogany & floral marquetry inlaid wardrobe by the famous london retailer s … Read more This is a stunning antique edwardian breakfront flame mahogany & floral marquetry inlaid wardrobe by the famous london retailer s & h jewell, circa 1910 in date. It has been accomplished in the very finest quality flame mahogany with inlaid floral marquetry decoration of the highest quality. The wardrobe features a triple swan neck pediment cornice with cornucopia and floral inlay, above four shaped panelled doors finely inlaid with flowing vases. The pair of central doors enclosing five sliding trays, above a pair of half-width drawers over a pair of full-width drawers. These are flanked by conforming full-length twin panel doors enclosing brass hanging rails with a lidded shoe cupboard on the bottom of each. The wardrobe is raised on a plinth base. The wardrobe is fitted with the original brass oval handles and escutcheons and are complete with working locks and the original key. One of the drawers bears the oval brass label of s & h jewell. There is plenty of space in the hanging areas and lots of drawer space for storage. The wardrobe breaks down into six pieces for ease of moving. This piece is truly unique and is guaranteed to bring beauty and charm to your home for many years to come. Condition: in really excellent condition, having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: height 248 cm x width 258 cm x depth 60 cm this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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