Sold 27 January 2025 · Guy Dennler Antiques and Interiors

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Description

A very fine small George I walnut chest with feather banding quartered top on bracket feet. Circa 1710

Length 29 1/4 ins

Depth 17 1/2 ins

Height 31 1/2 ins

Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

74.3cm (29.25")

Depth

44.5cm (17.52")

Declaration

Guy Dennler Antiques and Interiors has dated this George I Walnut Chest to the Before 1700 period.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA937687

Dealers Internal Reference

16067

Description

A very fine small George I walnut chest with feather banding quartered top on bracket feet. Circa 1710

Length 29 1/4 ins

Depth 17 1/2 ins

Height 31 1/2 ins

Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

74.3cm (29.25")

Depth

44.5cm (17.52")

Date of Manufacture

Guy Dennler Antiques and Interiors has dated this George I Walnut Chest to the Before 1700 period.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA937687

Dealers Internal Ref

16067

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Guy Dennler Antiques and Interiors

Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2021

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A small antique George I walnut chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, quarter-veneered top, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.

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United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectChests of Drawers
Period17th century
StyleGeorge I
MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsQuarter-veneered top, Graduated drawers, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet
SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 74.3 cm (29 in) x D 44.5 cm (18 in)

FAQs

The George I period, spanning from 1714 to 1727, is characterised by a transition from heavy walnut designs to more refined, curvaceous forms, often featuring cabriole legs, pad feet, and exquisite veneer work.

These chests were typically constructed using solid oak or pine secondary timbers, faced with finely figured walnut veneers. Construction often involved hand-cut dovetails for the drawer construction and pegged mortise and tenon joints.

Authenticity is indicated by period-correct hardware such as engraved brass drop handles and escutcheons, hand-cut dovetailing with uneven spacing, oak drawer linings, and natural oxidisation or patina within the wood grain.

An antique walnut chest can serve as a striking focal point in a modern hallway or bedroom, contrasting effectively against neutral plastered walls, minimalist lighting, and contemporary abstract art.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer lifting. Dusting should be done regularly with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding modern silicone-based polishes.