Antique Mulberry Wood Giltwood Drinks Cabinet, 1740

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite and important antique George II circa 1740 Mulberry wood drinks cabinets depicting eagles heads with original giltwood finish What a piece! This is pure art furniture from every angle, the carving to the top depicts 17th century style eagles in the Georgian Irish manor, it has the original gold gilt finish which is sublime quality, super thick and cold to touch. The mulberry wood patina is to die for, you will never see a nicer grain of wood The piece originally would have had drawers or shelves inside, it has been converted some time ago to a drinks cabinet with a mirror plate back My French polisher has gone over it and sympathetically restored it as required being sure to keep the original finish, there will be age and use related patina marks here and there Dimensions Height:- 179.5cm Width:- 104cm Depth:- 54.5cm. Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description pertaining to the condition. Please also ask any questions before you bid and not after, all of our items are sold as seen and as listed. Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of creasing and wear, we recommend annual waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.