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Charles II Oak Geometric Chest of Drawers c1680
DESCRIPTION
 
A handsome Charles II oak geometric chest of drawers dating from around 1680, retaining an attractive dark oak colour and crisp applied geometric mouldings. With its generous proportions and practical two-part construction, it is both an impressive decorative piece and a highly usable chest for a period or contemporary interior.
 
The plank top with moulded edge sits above two short and three long oak-lined drawers, each decorated with applied geometric mouldings. The chest is fitted with brass drop handles and engraved brass escutcheons, stands on bracket feet and separates into two sections for ease of transportation.
 
DIMENSIONS
Height: 104cm
Width: 101cm
DEPTH: 57cm
 
CONDITION
 
The chest is in good, usable condition for a piece dating from the late 17th century, with an attractive colour and patina. The drawers run remarkably smoothly for a chest of this age, all joints are solid, and the chest is ready for use.
There are light marks, knocks and scratches commensurate with age and use. The brass handles and feet are later replacements and there are well-disguised filled handle holes to the upper drawers from previous fittings. There is some natural shrinkage cracking to the top and drawer linings, together with a small amount of historic woodworm. Restorative work has been carried out to the drawer runners during its lifetime, as would be expected with furniture of this age.

Charles II Oak Geometric Chest of Drawers c1680

£895.00Price

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