Webberley Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
The upper case with two short over two long drawers, the lower case with two long drawers.
The drawers are oak lined with very fine boards of wainscot oak, solid and robust with beautifully cut dovetails.
The colour of the walnut is rich and warm and vibrant with a lovely grain and natural deep patination.
The chest stands at around chest height and is well proportioned. All set on tall bracket feet.
An attractive George II period chest on chest of an unusually small and desirable size.
Dimensions are:
38 inches wide (max), 52.5 inches high and 19.5 inches deep.
Top case lifts off at 27 inches from the floor.
For metric please multiply by 2.5
Webberley Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
Specialists in 18th century and earlier furniture for more than 45 years
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George II Walnut Chest on Chest of Very Small Proportions C. 1750
