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17th Century Geometric Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers Circa 1660
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17th Century Geometric Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers Circa 1660

17th century
Sold 20 February 2026 · School House Antiques
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An extremely rare 17th-century inlaid walnut geometric chest of drawers dating to 1660, featuring two short drawers, one large central cushion drawer, two lower long drawers, and one secret drawer. This beautifully inlaid chest of drawers showcases geometric designs, inlays, and mouldings , including an intricately inlaid top. It has polished brass pair drop handles and escutcheons, and it sits on its original block feet.

This piece is of superb quality, with thick slab drawer linings and original backboards. This chest is a rare example and survivor from the 17th century, with usual signs of age and use. The drawers run smoothly and the chest is structurally sound & completely usable and ready for its new home .

Dimensions: W 113.5 x D 63 x H 85.5 cm

UK Delivery: 80 GBP

Date of Manufacture

School House Antiques has dated this 17th Century Walnut Chest to the 17th Century.

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An extremely rare 17th-century inlaid walnut geometric chest of drawers dating to 1660, featuring two short drawers, one large central cushion drawer, two lower long drawers, and one secret drawer.
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This beautifully inlaid chest of drawers showcases geometric designs, inlays, and mouldings , including an intricately inlaid top.
School House Antiques

It has polished brass pair drop handles and escutcheons, and it sits on its original block feet.

fig 1. A dark brown 17th century walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric moulded panels and brass drop handles.
fig 1. 17th Century Geometric Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers Circa 1660

This piece is of superb quality, with thick slab drawer linings and original backboards. This chest is a rare example and survivor from the 17th century, with usual signs of age and use. The drawers run smoothly and the chest is structurally sound & completely usable and ready for its new home .

Dimensions: W 113.5 x D 63 x H 85.5 cm

UK Delivery: 80 GBP

Date of Manufacture

School House Antiques has dated this 17th Century Walnut Chest to the 17th Century.

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A dark brown 17th century walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric moulded panels and brass drop handles.
17th Century Geometric Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers Circa 1660
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period17th century
  • Style17th Century
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGeometric mouldings, Mitred panels, Drop handles, Escutcheons

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This style emerged during the Stuart period, characterised by intricate mitred moulding patterns, contrasting timber veneers, and geometric panelling that created strong visual depth on flat surfaces.

Pieces from this era typically utilized native and continental hardwoods such as walnut and oak, assembled using hand-cut dovetails, pegged joints, and solid timber carcases with applied mouldings.

Authenticity is assessed through tool marks, hand-forged iron or brass hardware, shrinkage cracks in the timber, hand-planed drawer bottoms, and construction techniques consistent with seventeenth-century joinery.

Such a foundational piece works effectively as a focal point in a minimalist setting, where its rich grain and architectural details can contrast with clean lines and neutral walls.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer lifting, and applying occasional traditional beeswax to nourish the aged timber.
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