Wooden Timber Sample Cabinet from Bevan Funnell

We are delighted to offer for sale this original Vintage wood sample cabinet from Bevan Funnell This cabinet has hundreds of wood samples in all kinds of woods, Burr walnut, Yew, Mahogany and so on, they were used to send out to customers as tester samples This is a furniture restorer’s dream, imagine all the splicing and repairs you could do with this piece. Alternatively, if you’re creative you can make sample wood furniture. It’s something made famous by the geniuses at Gillows of Lancaster and London in the early 1800s, their sample wood pieces sell for small fortunes Dimensions: Height 122 cm Width 65.5 cm Depth 41.5 cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Condition: Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.