GEORGE III, Antique Oak Carved Ships CORNER CUPBOARD
A lovely example of a late 18th century, circa , oak and mahogany corner cupboard. It features a beautifully carved panel door with 3 internal fitted shelves. It is believed to have come from a ship, and the seashell depicts a 'fasciolaria' (tulip shell) which are common in the West Indies; this would suggest that the ship it came from were either naval or working the trade routes between England the Caribbean. As such given the uniqueness of it, it is unlikely that there is another of these in existence. Pls note the following, the front panel has a split down the centre and some damage to the seashell, also the top right of the panel has beadwork missing which is not particularly noticeable but if you look closely at the 3rd and 5th photo you should be able to see it. All of this could be easily restored if you wish to get it back to it's former glory and increase it's value. The lock is an old one, and is missing the key, but is not the original one, I suspect it is a late Victorian replacement, as such the door 'pushes' too, as opposed to flush fit and lock. Measures: 40.5" high x 26.5" wide across the front and 14.5" into the corner (measurement taken from front centre of top of cabinet into the back corner). House full of furniture for sale! Read More