A Fine George III Mahogany Estate Cabinet c.1795 sub-Natural History centered by a lyre above

centered by a lyre above a laurel wreath

Diameter: 16 inches

The rare life size articulated mannequin or stuffed lay figure with polychrome painted papier-mâché head and articulated wooden fingers

shown in profile against a soft blue grey ground

Condition: A-

A Fine George III Mahogany Estate Cabinet c.1795 sub-Natural History centered by a lyre aboveOrigin: EnglishPeriod: George IIIProvenance: UnknownDate: c. 1790 1800Width: 29Height: 59Depth: 11. 75The sophisticated George III period estate cabinet or cupboard, of appealing proportions, in superb quality mahogany and oak with ivory escutcheons, the whole having twin panelled doors with brass edgings, opening to reveal a comprehensive fitted interior, with further doors having opposing matched veneers concealing pigeon holes above further pigeon