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Description
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Very charming 17th Century (c.1690) William & Mary medium / small solid oak chest of drawers, with the original fully functioning book or linen press.
This delightful chest has four oak lined drawers, opening on the original side-runners. Beautifully decorated drawer fronts, having geometric mouldings with beaded drawer dividers.
With replacement stylistically correct split-pin brass drop-handles. Original iron locks to each drawer. Ornate brass escutcheons, which are replacements.
Having developed a wonderful rich colour and patina over the many centuries. Standing on stile feet.
Provenance-The chest sold through Christie`s Auction House on 30th October 2012- Kensington London - Christie`s Interiors - Masters & Makers - Described as - A William & Mary oak chest of drawers with press. Lot 86.
Viewing:-
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Collection:-
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measurements
Width:
86.5 cm
Depth:
52.5 cm
Height to top of screw finial 163cm
Height to top of frame 150cm
Height to top of chest of drawers 86.5cm
measurements
declaration
Mersham Manor Antiques has clarified that the William & Mary Small Oak Chest of Drawers with Book / Linen Press & Provenance (LA474766) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1690
declaration
condition
condition
The condition overall is excellent antique condition, with general expected signs of use consistent with age. Very solid, sturdy and strong.