Maitland-Smith Wood, Metal and Leather Bar Cabinet, Imitation of Travel Trunks

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May 23, 2025 - May 31, 2025

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• Lot Description
  This piece is a Maitland-Smith bar cabinet or chest, known for its luxurious, handcrafted furniture that blends exotic materials and traditional craftsmanship. Here’s a detailed description:<br> Wood Frame: Likely solid hardwood, stained with a deep mahogany or chestnut finish. Leather Panels: The exterior is richly wrapped in embossed leather with a crocodile or alligator pattern, lending a vintage, travel trunk aesthetic.<br> Brass Accents: Corner Brackets: Polished brass hardware on corners for both structural and decorative appeal.<br> Drawer Pulls: Leather-wrapped pulls with brass backplates.<br> Stud Details: Brass studs outline the leather panels and wood trim, reinforcing the trunk-like style.<br> Design & Style: Trunk-Inspired Design: Mimics a vintage steamer trunk, combining exotic luxury with colonial or explorer-era charm.<br> Storage Configuration: Hinged top with inserted with beveled glass, finished with marble and two removable stainless steel containers for bottles, two large drawers for storing bottles, bar tools, linens, or personal items and bottom one fit with removable stainless steel container for the ice. Two side hinged parts with for storing bottles and glasses.<br> Feet: Ball-turned wooden feet for elevated support and visual grounding.

  Condition

  Very good overall, some wear to finish commensurate with normal use.