Antique Purdonium, English, Rosewood, Fireside, Cabinet, Edwardian C.1910

This is an antique purdonium. An English, rosewood fireside cabinet, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Unmarked, but of Gillows quality and bearing a serial number of 67856

Displaying a desirable aged patina

Delightful rosewood shows fine grain interest

Rich caramel hues with lighter boxwood inlay

Sinuously shaped upper gallery with arcading, topped by a pair of small finials

Quarter shell inlay to top surface, bordering striking rosewood grains

Field panel front door dressed with a drop pendant brass pull

Exquisite marquetry with shell patera surrounded by leaf and foliate forms

Door opens smoothly to show the generously sized coal or log bin

Removable by way of drop handles, the bin shows desirable weathering

Serpentine front apron meeting bracket feet to each corner

This is a quality and desirable antique purdonium. Offering high fireside appeal, this cabinet is well suited to storing coal, fire wood or kindling. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the fireplace.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 34cm (13.5'')

Max Depth: 31cm (12.25'')

Max Height: 59.5cm (23.5'')

Bin Width: 25cm (9.75'')

Bin Depth: 19.5cm (7.75'')

Bin Height: 27.5cm (10.75'')

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Our Ref: 18.6854

Condition : Presented in very good antique condition.
Materials : Rosewood
Origin : British
Manufacture Date : c.1910