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Rare Late 17th Century Fruitwood Chest of Drawers of Superb Colour
LVS Decorative Arts
for sale €2,633     $2,858
£2,250
LVS Decorative Arts

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Rare Late 17th Century Fruitwood Chest of Drawers of Superb Colour

17th century
Description

A rare late 17th century (circa 1690) fruitwood, possibly plum, chest of drawers of superb colour.

This chest of drawers consists of a three plank top with moulded edge leading down to four graduated drawers with a moulding to either side.

The drawers all having old brass handles and escutcheons (not original), the sides with panelled ends with a moulded edge below and supported on four bun feet.

This chest of drawers is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 32.25'' / 82cm

Width: 33.5'' / 85cm

Depth: 23'' / 58.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Fruitwood Chest of Drawers to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1214681
Dealers Internal Reference
LVS1398
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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Description
A rare late 17th century (circa 1690) fruitwood, possibly plum, chest of drawers of superb colour.
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This chest of drawers consists of a three plank top with moulded edge leading down to four graduated drawers with a moulding to either side.
LVS Decorative Arts
fig 1. A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet.
fig 1. Rare Late 17th Century Fruitwood Chest of Drawers of Superb Colour

The drawers all having old brass handles and escutcheons (not original), the sides with panelled ends with a moulded edge below and supported on four bun feet.

This chest of drawers is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 32.25'' / 82cm

Width: 33.5'' / 85cm

Depth: 23'' / 58.5cm

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Date of Manufacture

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this Fruitwood Chest of Drawers to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1214681
Dealers Internal Ref
LVS1398
LVS Decorative Arts
LVS Decorative Arts
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2011
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the LVS Decorative Arts Profile Page

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LVS Decorative Arts is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet.

Rare Late 17th Century Fruitwood Chest of Drawers of Superb Colour

Archive II A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View II
Archive III A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View III
Archive IV A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View IV
Archive V A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View V
Archive VI A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View VI
Archive VII A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View VII
Archive VIII A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View VIII
Archive IX A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View IX
Archive X A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View X
Archive XI A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View XI
Archive XII A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet. View XII
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Telephone 07703 306451
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Verified Since May 2011
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A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet.
Rare late 17th century fruitwood chest of drawers of superb colour
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A late seventeenth-century fruitwood chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles, brass escutcheons, panelled sides, and bun feet.
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Seventeenth-century chests of drawers transitioned from earlier oak joinery, introducing lighter native timbers like fruitwood. Key stylistic features include panelled sides, applied mouldings, drop handles, and turned bun feet.

Craftsmen utilised native fruitwoods such as apple, pear, and cherry, often paired with brass hardware and softwoods for drawer linings. Fruitwood provided a fine grain and warm patination when polished.

Authentic pieces feature hand-sawn timber, heavy dovetail joints, thick drawer bottoms, and evidence of original hand-forged nails or wooden pegs. Original patination and natural shrinkage lines also indicate genuine age.

Positioning a period chest alongside clean-lined modern art or neutral textiles creates a balanced contrast in contemporary spaces. Warm timber tones add visual weight and historic texture to modern room schemes.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying and timber movement. Regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional application of high-grade beeswax protects the natural patina.
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