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ANTIQUE #SA1185193

Antique 18th Century Burr Walnut Tallboy Chest-on-chest Of Drawers- Fine Quality

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Antique 18th Century Burr Walnut Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – Fine Quality
 
A fine-quality 18th-century tallboy featuring attractive burr walnut veneers over an oak structure. Full of authentic charm and character, this elegant chest-on-chest makes a superb statement piece in the right setting. Historically restored to a good standard, it separates into two halves for ease of transport. It is solid, strong and heavy, with freely-running drawers and no loose joints.
 
Features
 
18th century
 
Burr walnut veneers over oak
 
Structurally sound, no loose joints
 
Separates into two sections for easy moving
 
Condition
 
Good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age including historic knocks, marks, cracks, scratches and wear. Locks untested (no keys). Some historic extinct woodworm holes present that have been treated for good measure. It may have been used as two separate chests at some stage, as was common, with later added handles and escutcheons.
 
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Antique SA1185193 shown on this page was made in the 18th Century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
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