18th C Marine Ship Captains Spirits Service Chest

Price: 1.650.

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This is a service whisky carrier for a prominent ships captain in the 18th century. His name or initials no longer on the brass plate on the lid of the chest. It is fancy in it Honduras mahogany fitted case for whiskies and cordials. It is all original fabric lined and holds six large, gilt decorated, decanters, two personal, gilt decorated, decanters, two sherry glasses and a whisky glass. The two sherries probably were replaced during it's history. This chest is in excellent condition with what appears to be the original finish. It has it's two carrying handles. The key escutcheon has been replaced by a piece of ivory. The lock is still there. All the glass is good. Two stoppers have been slightly shortened by use. Each sealing the contents. This piece came from an estate near Lake George, New York. One of the best and most complete sets I have seen. The case measures 16 " L X 12"D X 10"H. It is beautiful. More images sent if needed. Prefer pickup, would be difficult to ship.