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William and Mary Burr Amboyna Cabinet on Chest.
Dickinsons Antiques
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William and Mary Burr Amboyna Cabinet on Chest.

17th century
Description

A striking late 17th Century Cabinet on Chest veneered throughout with highly decorative burr Amboyna panels framed with a boxwood line and a straight-grained walnut banding.

The cabinet features a prominent elm cross-grained cornice above a pair of doors that open to reveal a delightful arrangement of short drawers surrounding a central door, which, when opened, reveals an additional six small drawers. The chest section has a bold waist mold concealing a brushing slide above two long and two short drawers, standing on a base mold and turned bun feet.

An early use of Amboyna on a cabinet that reflects the innovative styles of the émigré cabinet makers supplying the Williamite Court.

Of a good colour and condition, having later handles and bun feet, but of the correct style and a few small repairs to the cross-grain mouldings.

Physical Dimensions
Height
177cm (69.69")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Dickinsons Antiques has dated this Burr Amboyna Cabinet Chest to the 17th Century.

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SA1135863
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Description
A striking late 17th Century Cabinet on Chest veneered throughout with highly decorative burr Amboyna panels framed with a boxwood line and a straight-grained walnut banding.

The cabinet features a prominent elm cross-grained cornice above a pair of doors that open to reveal a delightful arrangement of short drawers surrounding a central door, which, when opened, reveals an additional six small drawers.

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The chest section has a bold waist mold concealing a brushing slide above two long and two short drawers, standing on a base mold and turned bun feet.
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fig 1. A William and Mary style cabinet on chest featuring double doors with burr amboyna wood veneers, brass keyhole escutcheons, multiple lower drawers, and compressed bun feet.
fig 1. William and Mary Burr Amboyna Cabinet on Chest.

An early use of Amboyna on a cabinet that reflects the innovative styles of the émigré cabinet makers supplying the Williamite Court.

Of a good colour and condition, having later handles and bun feet, but of the correct style and a few small repairs to the cross-grain mouldings.

Height
177cm (69.69")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Dickinsons Antiques has dated this Burr Amboyna Cabinet Chest to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1135863
Dickinsons Antiques
Dickinsons Antiques
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Dealing in early oak and country furniture since 1958.

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Archive I A William and Mary style cabinet on chest featuring double doors with burr amboyna wood veneers, brass keyhole escutcheons, multiple lower drawers, and compressed bun feet.

William and Mary Burr Amboyna Cabinet on Chest.

Archive II A William and Mary style cabinet on chest featuring double doors with burr amboyna wood veneers, brass keyhole escutcheons, multiple lower drawers, and compressed bun feet. View II
Archive III A William and Mary style cabinet on chest featuring double doors with burr amboyna wood veneers, brass keyhole escutcheons, multiple lower drawers, and compressed bun feet. View III
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A William and Mary style cabinet on chest featuring double doors with burr amboyna wood veneers, brass keyhole escutcheons, multiple lower drawers, and compressed bun feet.
William and Mary Burr Amboyna Cabinet on Chest.
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A William and Mary style cabinet on chest featuring double doors with burr amboyna wood veneers, brass keyhole escutcheons, multiple lower drawers, and compressed bun feet.
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Originating in the late 17th century during the joint reign of William III and Mary II, this style introduced Dutch and French influences to British cabinet-making. Common features include elaborate figured wood veneers like burr walnut or amboyna, bold mouldings, teardrop brass drop handles, and turned bun feet.

Cabinets from this era featured solid pine or oak carcases covered with highly figured timber veneers, including walnut, olive wood, or exotic burls like amboyna. Decorative elements were typically detailed with cast brass keyhole escutcheons, handles, and intricate feather crossbanding.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-dovetailed drawer joints, oak or pine secondary woods with hand-sawn timber marks, and hand-hammered brass fittings with original iron locks. The presence of natural shrinkage cracks along long veneer runs and uneven wear around the bun feet also indicates age.

A substantial cabinet on chest creates a grounded focal point against neutral walls in a hallway, bedroom, or living area. Combining its rich wood grain with minimalist contemporary lighting or modern textured upholstery balances historical character with modern clean lines.

Burr wood veneers should be kept in stable humidity environments away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent lifting or cracking. Regular light dusting and an annual application of high-quality beeswax protect the historic patina and timber surface.
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