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ObjectChest of Drawers
Period17th century
StyleWilliam and Mary
MaterialOak, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsGeometric mouldings, Split spindles, Bun feet, Drop handles
SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 102 cm (40 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This seventeenth-century William and Mary chest of drawers exemplifies period English country house design. Constructed from oak in a rich dark brown colour with a warm patina, the two-part piece exhibits intricate geometric mitred panel mouldings across the drawer fronts and sides. The facade incorporates bobbin-turned split spindle decorations, vertical turned columns framing the lower drawers, and decorative brass drop handles with circular backplates. The cabinet stands raised on prominent turned wooden bun feet. Measuring 98 cm high, 102 cm wide, and 61 cm deep, the substantial proportions provide generous storage capacity. This versatile storage chest suits placement in a traditional hallway, drawing room, or master bedroom, where it functions effectively as a statement focal point while offering practical surface space and concealed drawer organisation for everyday household belongings.

FAQs

Originating in late 17th-century Britain, William and Mary furniture is identified by Dutch and French baroque influences, featuring bold geometric mouldings, turned legs, split spindles, and decorative wood veneers.

Early English chests were primarily constructed from solid oak, utilising mortise and tenon joinery, hand-dovetailed drawer boxes, runner side-grooves, and applied mitred geometrically panelled fronts.

Authentic period pieces display irregular hand-sawn wood, hand-forged iron nails or wooden pegs, age-related shrinkage across solid tops, and distinctive side-hung drawer runners rather than bottom runners.

A geometric oak chest can serve as a focal point in a hallway or living room, contrasted against contemporary neutral walls, clean-lined ceramics, and minimalist table lamps.

Maintain oak furniture by applying beeswax sparingly along the grain, keeping it away from direct heat sources or high humidity, and dusting regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth.

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