Late 17th Century Continental Walnut & Tortoiseshell Collector’s Chest of Drawers

Name: Late 17th Century Continental Walnut & Tortoiseshell Collector’s Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1045361
Availability: SoldOut

17th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A highly decorative late 17th century (circa 1690) Continental walnut and tortoiseshell collector’s chest of drawers, possibly Anglo Spanish or Anglo Portuguese, on later supports.

This chest consists of a walnut top with ivory and walnut line decoration leading down to the arrangement of drawers.

Although the drawers have the appearance of seven drawers there are actually five: the top, third and fourth drawers all being long with two smaller drawers below the top drawer.

The drawers being highly decorative and consisting of fruitwood and ebony banding with central tortoiseshell panel with ebony and ivory line decoration, the sides being veneered with figured walnut.

The chest would probably have had wooden knob handles originally, the brass handles and escutcheons being a later addition dating from the Arts & Crafts period (1880-1910) - it is not uncommon for handles etc. to be replaced at some time due to changing fashions over the years.

Originally the chest would probably have been supported by a stand but again changes have been made probably in the late 19th century where turned and ebonised legs and castors have been added.

This chest is in very good condition for age with some old repairs, it is of stable construction and can go straight into a home and is a very versatile piece.

Registered as exempt under the Ivory Act 2018

Submission Reference: UU27U43V

Size:

Height: 28.25'' / 71.5cm

Width: 27'' / 68.5cm

Depth: 11.5'' / 29cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

71.5cm (28.15")

Width

68.5cm (26.97")

Depth

29cm (11.42")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1045361

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS911

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A highly decorative late 17th century (circa 1690) Continental walnut and tortoiseshell collector’s chest of drawers, possibly Anglo Spanish or Anglo Portuguese, on later supports.

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This chest consists of a walnut top with ivory and walnut line decoration leading down to the arrangement of drawers.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Late 17th century Continental walnut & tortoiseshell collector’s chest of drawers — fig 1. Late 17th Century Continental Walnut & Tortoiseshell Collector’s Chest of Drawers

Although the drawers have the appearance of seven drawers there are actually five: the top, third and fourth drawers all being long with two smaller drawers below the top drawer.

The drawers being highly decorative and consisting of fruitwood and ebony banding with central tortoiseshell panel with ebony and ivory line decoration, the sides being veneered with figured walnut.

fig 2. Late 17th century Continental walnut & tortoiseshell collector’s chest of drawers — fig 2. Late 17th Century Continental Walnut & Tortoiseshell Collector’s Chest of Drawers

The chest would probably have had wooden knob handles originally, the brass handles and escutcheons being a later addition dating from the Arts & Crafts period (1880-1910) - it is not uncommon for handles etc. to be replaced at some time due to changing fashions over the years.

fig 3. Late 17th century Continental walnut & tortoiseshell collector’s chest of drawers — fig 3. Late 17th Century Continental Walnut & Tortoiseshell Collector’s Chest of Drawers

Originally the chest would probably have been supported by a stand but again changes have been made probably in the late 19th century where turned and ebonised legs and castors have been added.

This chest is in very good condition for age with some old repairs, it is of stable construction and can go straight into a home and is a very versatile piece.

Registered as exempt under the Ivory Act 2018

Submission Reference: UU27U43V

Size:

Height: 28.25'' / 71.5cm