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Walnut and Seaweed Marquetry 17th Century Chest of Drawers
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Walnut and Seaweed Marquetry 17th Century Chest of Drawers

17th century
Sold 23 April 2025 · Rumble Antiques
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A walnut and seaweed marquetry William and Mary chest of drawers. The marquetry on the drawer fronts and top is of stunning quality with the use of ebony and boxwood stringing around the medallions of marquetry. The top and bottom mouldings of the chest are of ogee form. The chest, with two over three drawers, is decorated with graduated ovals of inlay. The drawers are pine lined with some old sugar paper lining. The sides are walnut veneer. The top is unusual as it is completely covered with decorative, seaweed inlay. Altogether a special piece which would have been important at the time of its construction as it is now. An important piece.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Rumble Antiques has dated this Walnut Marquetry Chest of Drawers to the Before 1700 period.

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SA1082181
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A walnut and seaweed marquetry William and Mary chest of drawers.
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The marquetry on the drawer fronts and top is of stunning quality with the use of ebony and boxwood stringing around the medallions of marquetry.
Rumble Antiques

The top and bottom mouldings of the chest are of ogee form. The chest, with two over three drawers, is decorated with graduated ovals of inlay. The drawers are pine lined with some old sugar paper lining. The sides are walnut veneer. The top is unusual as it is completely covered with decorative, seaweed inlay. Altogether a special piece which would have been important at the time of its construction as it is now. An important piece.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Rumble Antiques has dated this Walnut Marquetry Chest of Drawers to the Before 1700 period.

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SA1082181
Dealers Internal Ref
seaweed
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Town and country furniture especially early walnut

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Walnut and Seaweed Marquetry 17th Century Chest of Drawers

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Sancreed
Penzance
Cornwall
TR208RQ
United Kingdom
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A seventeenth century walnut chest of drawers featuring intricate seaweed marquetry inlay, five drawers with brass drop handles, and bun feet.
Walnut and seaweed marquetry 17th century chest of drawers
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A seventeenth century walnut chest of drawers featuring intricate seaweed marquetry inlay, five drawers with brass drop handles, and bun feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period17th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialWalnut, Boxwood, Pine, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSeaweed marquetry, Floral inlay, Drop handles, Bun feet
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 97 cm (38 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

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Seventeenth century marquetry typically features intricate inlaid patterns using contrasting woods, such as walnut and boxwood, creating elaborate floral, foliate, or seaweed designs on primary surfaces.

These pieces were traditionally built with a pine or oak carcass, overlaid with fine walnut veneers, and decorated with delicate marquetry inlays, often accompanied by cast brass drop handles and escutcheons.

Authenticity is assessed through construction methods such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage patterns, old hand-beaten brassware, and the natural oxidisation and patina of the wood veneers over centuries.

This piece can be styled as a focal point in a contemporary setting by pairing it with minimalist decor, neutral walls, and modern lighting to highlight the rich tones and intricate craftsmanship without overwhelming the space.

Preservation involves maintaining stable room humidity and temperature, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and applying traditional beeswax sparingly to nourish the wood surface.
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