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Exceptional William & Mary Oyster Veneered Chest of Drawers
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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Exceptional William & Mary Oyster Veneered Chest of Drawers

17th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

A superb late 17th-century William & Mary oyster veneered chest of drawers, dating to circa 1690, and presented in excellent condition.

This is a particularly fine and well-preserved example, displaying the distinctive and sought-after oyster veneering that became fashionable in England in the late 17th century.

Constructed in walnut, the chest features beautifully arranged oyster veneers across the top, drawer fronts, and sides, creating a striking pattern throughout.

The veneers are framed with olive and holly crossbanding, which adds a refined contrast.

The chest is arranged in the classic 2 over 3 drawer configuration, with two short drawers above three graduated long drawers.

Each drawer retains attractive brass drop handles, complementing the rich tone and patina of the walnut.

Raised on bun feet, the piece has excellent colour and surface throughout, with crisp veneers, decorative inlay and a wonderful grain.

The top is particularly attractive with an intricate field of oyster veneers bordered by fine crossbanding.

W 97cm (38.25")

D 58cm (23")

H 90cm (35.5")

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this William and Mary Chest to the 17th Century.

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SA1201024
Dealers Internal Reference
OMEE260309C
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Description
A superb late 17th-century William & Mary oyster veneered chest of drawers, dating to circa 1690, and presented in excellent condition.
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This is a particularly fine and well-preserved example, displaying the distinctive and sought-after oyster veneering that became fashionable in England in the late 17th century.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
fig 1. A William and Mary period walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric oyster veneering, brass teardrop handles, and turned bun feet.
fig 1. Exceptional William & Mary Oyster Veneered Chest of Drawers

Constructed in walnut, the chest features beautifully arranged oyster veneers across the top, drawer fronts, and sides, creating a striking pattern throughout.

The veneers are framed with olive and holly crossbanding, which adds a refined contrast.

fig 2. A William and Mary period walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric oyster veneering, brass teardrop handles, and turned bun feet.
fig 2. Exceptional William & Mary Oyster Veneered Chest of Drawers

The chest is arranged in the classic 2 over 3 drawer configuration, with two short drawers above three graduated long drawers.

Each drawer retains attractive brass drop handles, complementing the rich tone and patina of the walnut.

fig 3. A William and Mary period walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric oyster veneering, brass teardrop handles, and turned bun feet.
fig 3. Exceptional William & Mary Oyster Veneered Chest of Drawers

Raised on bun feet, the piece has excellent colour and surface throughout, with crisp veneers, decorative inlay and a wonderful grain.

The top is particularly attractive with an intricate field of oyster veneers bordered by fine crossbanding.

W 97cm (38.25")

D 58cm (23")

H 90cm (35.5")

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this William and Mary Chest to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1201024
Dealers Internal Ref
OMEE260309C
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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A William and Mary period walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric oyster veneering, brass teardrop handles, and turned bun feet.
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Originating in England during the reign of King William III and Queen Mary II (16891702), this style is characterised by Flemish and Dutch influences, featuring decorative veneering techniques such as oyster cutting, marquetry, turned bun feet, and refined geometric proportions.

Craftsmen typically utilised branch wood slices of walnut, laburnum, olive, or kingwood to create the circular oyster pattern, laid over a solid pine or oak carcass, often detailed with boxwood stringing and brass teardrop handles.

Authentic period pieces display distinct hand-cut dovetail joints, original oak or pine drawer linings, cross-grain mouldings, and genuine branch-cut veneers exhibiting natural figure variation alongside signs of age-appropriate oxidisation.

Place the piece as a focal point in an entryway or living room, balancing its rich patterned woodwork against neutral, textured walls and modern understated decorative accessories.

Keep the item in a stable environment away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent the thin veneers from lifting or drying out, and regularly apply a light coating of natural beeswax polish.
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