A Heal's of London 'Russet Oak' 3 Drawer Limed Oak Chest of Drawers

Name: A Heal's of London 'Russet Oak' 3 Drawer Limed Oak Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA892749
Availability: SoldOut

1920 - 1940

Sold by Culvertons

Description

This appealing limed oak three drawer chest of drawers formed part of the 'Russet Oak' collection, manufactured by Heal's for sale from their showrooms in the Tottenham Court Road, London W1 - their trade mark ivorine button can still be found on the edge of the top drawer. The oak for the drawer fronts was cleverly chosen and cut to accentuate it's grain, giving a pleasing undulating appearance. Its design, colouration and limed finish has become synonymous with this period and manufacturer. When restoring these chests, our approach is 'less is more', as their traditional waxed surface provides little hiding place for the skills of the polisher, and any attempts to correct historic blemishes often detracts rather than improves. However, any imperfections to the surface (please see images) are now part and parcel of its history and, in our opinion do not detract from its overall appearance. Measurements - 79 cm high x 76.5 cm wide x 48 cm deep.

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

76.5cm (30.12")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Declaration

Culvertons has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA892749

Dealers Notes

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Description

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The oak for the drawer fronts was cleverly chosen and cut to accentuate it's grain, giving a pleasing undulating appearance.

Culvertons

Its design, colouration and limed finish has become synonymous with this period and manufacturer. When restoring these chests, our approach is 'less is more', as their traditional waxed surface provides little hiding place for the skills of the polisher, and any attempts to correct historic blemishes often detracts rather than improves. However, any imperfections to the surface (please see images) are now part and parcel of its history and, in our opinion do not detract from its overall appearance. Measurements - 79 cm high x 76.5 cm wide x 48 cm deep.

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

76.5cm (30.12")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Date of Manufacture

Culvertons has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA892749