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17th Century Oak Chest C. 1680
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17th Century Oak Chest C. 1680

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A 17th Century oak chest of four long drawers with moulded and beaded design on square feet

3ft 6in Wide

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Serendipity Antiques has dated this 17th Century Oak Chest to the 17th Century.

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A 17th Century oak chest of four long drawers with moulded and beaded design on square feet

3ft 6in Wide

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Serendipity Antiques has dated this 17th Century Oak Chest to the 17th Century.

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Near Ledbury
Herefordshire
HR8 2LL
United Kingdom
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A late seventeenth-century dark oak chest of drawers featuring geometric panelled fronts, brass drop handles, and decorative beaded moulding.
17th Century oak chest c. 1680
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A late seventeenth-century dark oak chest of drawers featuring geometric panelled fronts, brass drop handles, and decorative beaded moulding.
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period17th century
  • StyleJacobean
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGeometric moulding, Panelled drawer fronts, Brass drop handles, Beaded trim

This Jacobean chest of drawers dates from the seventeenth century, around 1680. Constructed from dark brown oak with brass drop handles and iron keyhole escutcheons, the piece displays panelled drawer fronts enriched with geometric moulded detailing and beaded trim. The rectangular case stands upon square feet, offering substantial storage capability across four long graduated drawers. Suitable for placement in a traditional bedroom, hallway, or living space, this item brings historic character to an interior. The practical surface top provides ample display space for lamps, books, or decorative objects, while the lower drawers accommodate folded garments or household linens. The furniture measures 107 cm wide.

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Seventeenth-century English furniture, encompassing the Jacobean and Carolean eras, is defined by sturdy oak construction, geometric panel moulding, turnings, and hand-joined framing. Pieces from this period reflect a transition from primitive chest designs to structured, multi-drawer storage solutions.

These chests were primarily crafted from native English oak using joinery methods such as mortise and tenon joints held together with wooden pegs. Drawer linings and backs were typically made from solid oak or pine boards, fitted with hand-forged iron lockboxes and brass teardrop or ring handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of hand-planed timber, irregular pegged joints, uneven drawer runners, and natural timber shrinkage across the grain over centuries. Additionally, original period hardware leaves specific wear patterns, oxidisation marks, and double-pin fixing remnants on the drawer interiors.

A dark oak chest functions effectively as a focal point in a hallway, living area, or bedroom when contrasted against crisp, neutral walls. Pair the piece with modern abstract artwork, modern lighting, or ceramics to highlight its historical texture and geometric panelling.

Maintain the timber by applying a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the patina and protect against dryness. Keep the chest away from direct heat sources and radiator units to prevent further timber shrinkage, splitting, or warping.
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