George III period mahogany octagonal wine cooler with brass bound upper section
REF: 7937
George III period mahogany octagonal wine cooler with brass bound upper section
REF: 7937
A George III period mahogany octagonal wine cooler. On finely tapering supports. Retaining original shoes and castors. Brass bound upper section. The interior with a replaced zinc liner.
Wine-coolers and Cellarettes were widely used from the 18th century & throughout the 19th century for chilling wine. They tend to be wooden, often mahogany or oak strengthened with brass bands to the outer edge, and lead-lined with a bung to release melted ice.
- Height 69.85 cm / 27 1⁄2"
- Width 45.72 cm / 18 1⁄4"
- Depth 45.72 cm / 18 1⁄4"
Category
- Year c. 1780
- Country England
