Art Deco Modernist Cocktail Cabinet in Figured Walnut & Macassar Ebony c.1930

A superb English Art Deco cocktail cabinet dating from around 1930, beautifully veneered in richly figured walnut with striking Macassar ebony crossbanding. The cabinet showcases the bold geometric styling of the period, with dramatic book-matched walnut veneers forming an impressive chevron pattern across the doors, top and side panels. The upper section opens to reveal a mirrored cocktail compartment with a pull-down mirrored serving shelf, original curved glass rack and serving shelf, creating an elegant space for preparing and serving drinks. Beneath, the double-door cupboard retains its fitted interior with bottle and decanter compartments, making the cabinet as practical as it is decorative. Raised on distinctive stepped supports with matching Macassar ebony detailing and retaining its original chrome handles, this is a wonderfully architectural piece that would make a striking focal point in both period and contemporary interiors. The cabinet has been professionally restored and is presented in excellent overall condition, displaying the exceptional quality of its veneers and craftsmanship. It retains its original working lock and key to the lower cupboard. The lock to the upper fall-front compartment has been replaced at some point during its life with a sympathetic replacement that functions well and does not detract from the cabinet’s appearance. There is also a professional veneer repair to the top, which has been carefully executed and blends well with the surrounding figured walnut, remaining only lightly visible on close inspection. A superb example of English Art Deco furniture, combining outstanding craftsmanship, striking veneers and practical design. Features: * Figured walnut veneers with dramatic book-matched grain * Macassar ebony crossbanding * Mirrored cocktail compartment with pull-down serving shelf * Original curved glass rack and serving shelf * Fitted lower bottle and decanter storage * Original chrome handles * Working locks with key (upper lock replaced historically) * Professional veneer repair to the top A highly decorative and increasingly sought-after Art Deco cocktail cabinet, offering exceptional style and craftsmanship from the golden age of Art Deco.