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William & Mary Walnut Oyster Chest
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
for sale €8,951     $9,716
£7,650
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William & Mary Walnut Oyster Chest

18th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

A fine William & Mary period walnut oyster chest in good condition.

The top and drawer fronts are beautifully veneered in oyster-cut walnut, showing excellent colour and figuring.

The chest has two short drawers over three long drawers, all with solid oak, hand-dovetailed construction, and fitted with attractive brass drop handles.

Standing on classic turned bun feet.

A well-proportioned example with a lovely colour, ready to place in the home.

W 97cm (38.25")

D 60.5cm (23.75")

H 91cm (35.75")

Physical Dimensions
Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
60.5cm (23.82")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this William Mary Oyster Chest to the 1700s.

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SA1175246
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MYEE251017B
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Description
A fine William & Mary period walnut oyster chest in good condition.
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The top and drawer fronts are beautifully veneered in oyster-cut walnut, showing excellent colour and figuring.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

The chest has two short drawers over three long drawers, all with solid oak, hand-dovetailed construction, and fitted with attractive brass drop handles.

Standing on classic turned bun feet.

A well-proportioned example with a lovely colour, ready to place in the home.

W 97cm (38.25")

D 60.5cm (23.75")

H 91cm (35.75")

Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
60.5cm (23.82")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this William Mary Oyster Chest to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175246
Dealers Internal Ref
MYEE251017B
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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Specialists in all periods of english furniture

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A late 17th-century William and Mary walnut chest of drawers featuring oyster veneered drawer fronts, geometric crossbanding, engraved brass drop handles, and turned bun feet.
William & Mary Walnut Oyster Chest
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A late 17th-century William and Mary walnut chest of drawers featuring oyster veneered drawer fronts, geometric crossbanding, engraved brass drop handles, and turned bun feet.
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Originating between 1689 and 1702, William and Mary furniture is distinguished by Dutch and French influences, featuring delicate proportions, turned legs, bun feet, and intricate wood veneering techniques such as parquetry and oyster cutting.

Oyster veneering was achieved by cutting thin, diagonal slices from small branches or saplings, typically of walnut, laburnum, or kingwood. These circular cuts were laid side-by-side over a solid oak or pine carcass to create repeating geometric, ring-like patterns.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, thick hand-sawn veneers, pine or oak drawer linings, and natural age-related shrinkage cracks along the grain lines. Original teardrop or swing drop handles with decorative backplates and hand-turned bun feet are also common period indicators.

Position the chest as a focal point in a hallway, drawing room, or bedroom to contrast rich wood textures against neutral, contemporary walls. Pair it with minimalistic table lamps, modern abstract artwork, or subtle brass decorative objects to bridge historic craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.

Keep the chest in a climate-controlled room away from direct sunlight, radiators, or damp conditions to prevent the veneer from lifting or cracking. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, buffing gently along the direction of the wood grain.
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