An 18th Century French Painted Walnut Armoire Specimen cabinet was an ornithologist and artist

was an ornithologist and artist and a fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerain sociaty of Edinbourgh

The four turned posts are fluted all around and are supported by square decorative posts

An early 20th Century copper planter with original patina

making them durable and capable of showing fine detail

The base has two short and two long drawers

An 18th Century French Painted Walnut Armoire Specimen cabinet was an ornithologist and artistAn 18th century French, painted, walnut armoire. This comprises of two doors and a fitted interior. The fielded panel doors and sides have simulated marble decoration in slate blues and greys, with off white veining, as does the bottom moulding. This piece stands on its original tall bun feet. The coral painted interior has two pull out preparation slides, with chunky brass ring handles. Above and below are two nicely shaped shelves. All metal work is