Small Antique English 17th Century William & Mary Oak Geometric Moulded Chest of Drawers (Circa 1690)

Summary:

• Item: William & Mary chest of drawers
• Period: Charles II – William & Mary
• Wood: Oak
• Circa: 1680 – 1700
• Provenance: England
• Small size (3ft 4⅜” wide)
• Two-plank top
• Dentil carved frieze
• Geometric moulded drawer fronts
• Period style pear-drop handles
• Original brass key escutcheons
• Working steel locks (with key)
• Oak lined drawers
• Inset side panels
• Original back & floor
• Original stiles (feet)
• Lovely proportions
• Traditional peg construction
• Stunning original polish & patination
• Good original condition
• Separates into two sections for ease of access
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-day UK returns policy

Description:

This is a fine quality antique English late 17^th Century William & Mary chest of drawers, constructed from solid oak, with a geometric moulded design, circa 1680 – 1700, of small proportions, boasting a stunning colour, in good condition.  The oak chest of drawers boasts a two-plank moulded top within a mitred border, above four drawers in a two-over-two configuration.  The drawer fronts are decorated with mitred geometric moulded panels, flanked by a simple oak frame; all of which is typical of this period. Each drawer features a different design. The drawers feature early Victorian replacement brass drop ring handles.  The shaped foliate brass back plates and coat of arms key escutcheons are most likely original.  Each drawer incorporates steel lever locks and a working key.  The drawers are oak lined and slide on a bar-runner, which indicates this is an early oak chest of drawers.  The William & Mary chest of drawers features solid inset panel sides, along with the original backboards and floor.  The oak chest of drawers terminates on a moulded frieze and is original stiles (feet).  The frame of the chest has been built using the traditional peg construction method.

The William & Mary chest of drawers displays a dark rich-brown oak colour.  As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received.

This oak chest of drawers would look superb in a variety of rooms, from the hallway to the bedroom; in either a traditional setting or even a contemporary setting.  This 17^th century chest would certainly grace any home.  So, don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Dimensions:

Height = 81cm / 31⅞” / 2ft 7⅞”
External Width (Feet Moulding) = 107.5cm / 42⅜” / 3ft 6⅜”
Width (Body) =102.5cm / 40⅜” / 3ft 4⅜”
Depth = 50cm / 19¾” / 1ft 7¾”

Condition Report:

This is a fine quality antique English late 17^th Century William & Mary chest of drawers, constructed from solid oak, with a geometric moulded design, circa 1680 – 1700, of small proportions, boasting a stunning colour, in good original condition.  Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and top but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The brass pear-drop handles are good quality Victorian period replacements.  The foliate backplates and key escutcheons appear to be original.  The drawers retain the original oak drawer linings. There are steel working locks to all four drawers (with a key). The chest stands on its original stiles (feet).  The sides, backboards and floor on the chest are original.  Overall, this item is solid in joint and is ready to use, and in good condition, given that it is over 300 years old!

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