In the manner of ROBERT ADAM
England
circa 1775
The mahogany oval shaped lead lined wine cooler has brass bands and is decorated with four ram's head brass fittings. The detachable mahogany base with a fluted frieze and fluted square tapered legs terminates on block feet. The cooler has a dual purpose. It can be used as a jardinière as it has a contemporary removable insert tray that has been made for the purpose of planting up for flowers.
Sold by Moss Harris & Sons, Established 1866 44/52 New Oxford Street, London By Appointment Dealers in Antique Furniture and Works of Art to the Late Queen Mary
The jardinière/cooler is illustrated, pg.8, 'The Georgian Period' 1714-1830, July 5th-15th 1981, Exhibition, Catalogue
Height 53.50cm (21.06 inches)
Width 61.50cm (24.21 inches)
Depth 46.00cm (18.11 inches)
Stock No: FCS443
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