The unique 18th century George II mahogany architects bachelors chest, C. 1730-1740. England
The figured mahogany fold over ovolo-moulded top conceals the original tooled leather and rests on extending bearers to the ''dummy'' fronted facade. The facade consists of a long drawer, a brushing slide, two short and two long graduating drawers above a moulded base, shaped apron and the original bracket feet.
Great lengths have been installed to ensure the facade passes as a fully functioning chest. Each ''drawer'' is vennered in figured mahogany, cock-beaded and fitted with the original open fret gilt brass handles and escutcheons, divided by cross-grain drawers rails with ovolo or ''caddy'' moulded stiles.
Each end is fitted with a single oak lined cock-beaded drawer above a raised and fielded cock-beaded cupboard, each concealing two shaped adjustable oak folio slides.
The chest is of the most wonderful colour with well-patinated and original surfaces throughout.
Provenance
...: Private stately collection, Dorset.
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Originality and authenticity are paramount; and using our extensive knowledge and experience in furniture conservation and restoration we can ensure that our clients can buy with absolute confidence.Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA853660
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 77cm (30.3inches)Width is 85cm (33.5inches)Depth is 37cm (14.6inches)
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