Antique Fruitwood Squirrel Nutcracker Vintage Drinks Tray This attractive and versatile item

This attractive and versatile item would serve as a coffee table or useful occasional table

Depth of seat  - Both chairs:12

The box stands on three elegant legs and the well fitting hinged top opens to reveal the original turquoise velvet lining

There are minor losses and chips to the carving on the plinths

It has an adjustable brass shade and a traditional chain pull switch

Antique Fruitwood Squirrel Nutcracker Vintage Drinks Tray This attractive and versatile itemA delightful fruitwood nutcracker carved in the form of a squirrel dating from the turn of the 18th 19th century. The condition of this item is excellent and the quality of the carving superb. There is evidence of very minor historic woodworm, this is long dead but we have treated it again for peace of mind. A wonderful unusual, practical and humorous item to place on the drinks tray. c. 1800 Lenght when fully extended: 8" (20cm) Width: 1. 5" (4cm)