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Late 17th Century William and Mary Walnut Chest on Stand
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for sale €5,844     $6,344
£4,995
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Late 17th Century William and Mary Walnut Chest on Stand

17th century
Description

Late 17th century william and mary walnut chest on stand circa 1690.

Good quality 2 piece william and mary period chest on original base.

Shaped cornice to the top surface with a 2 over 3 drawer layout below.  each drawer cross banded with decorative brass handles.  while being restored it could be seen that this chest had been fitted with 3 previous types of handles and knobs during it's life, which is normal due to changes in fashion.

Top sits on a base of a further deep drawer, supported by 4 cabriole legs with carving to the knee, finishing on a pad foot.

Evidence of dead inactive/treated worm to drawer fronts and sides.  restoration to top surface due to age split.  expected surface marks for a piece of furniture over 300 years old and still ready for everyday use.

Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
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SA981933
Dealers Internal Reference
KL18
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Description
Late 17th century william and mary walnut chest on stand circa 1690.

Good quality 2 piece william and mary period chest on original base.

Shaped cornice to the top surface with a 2 over 3 drawer layout below.  each drawer cross banded with decorative brass handles.

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  while being restored it could be seen that this chest had been fitted with 3 previous types of handles and knobs during it's life, which is normal due to changes in fashion.
Debenham Antiques Ltd
fig 1. A late 17th-century William and Mary walnut chest on stand featuring five upper drawers, a single base drawer, decorative brass backplate handles, and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Late 17th Century William and Mary Walnut Chest on Stand

Top sits on a base of a further deep drawer, supported by 4 cabriole legs with carving to the knee, finishing on a pad foot.

Evidence of dead inactive/treated worm to drawer fronts and sides.  restoration to top surface due to age split.  expected surface marks for a piece of furniture over 300 years old and still ready for everyday use.

Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the 17th Century.

Height
147cm (57.87")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA981933
Dealers Internal Ref
KL18
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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Trade Associations

Debenham Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A late 17th-century William and Mary walnut chest on stand featuring five upper drawers, a single base drawer, decorative brass backplate handles, and cabriole legs.

Late 17th Century William and Mary Walnut Chest on Stand

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Debenham Antiques Ltd

Debenham Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07715 006 415
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73 High Street
Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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A late 17th-century William and Mary walnut chest on stand featuring five upper drawers, a single base drawer, decorative brass backplate handles, and cabriole legs.
LATE 17TH CENTURY WILLIAM AND MARY WALNUT CHEST ON STAND
Ref: SA981933
A late 17th-century William and Mary walnut chest on stand featuring five upper drawers, a single base drawer, decorative brass backplate handles, and cabriole legs.
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  • ObjectChest on Stand
  • Period17th century
  • StyleWilliam and Mary
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Brass backplate handles, Crossbanded drawer fronts, Moulded cornices
  • SizeH 147 cm (58 in) x W 113.5 cm (45 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

This late 17th-century William and Mary chest on stand takes the form of a two-piece cabinet constructed from walnut, oak and brass with a warm brown finish. The upper section displays a shaped cornice above two small drawers and three long drawers, resting on a base fitted with a single deep drawer. Four cabriole legs with carving to the knee support the structure, finishing on pad feet. Each drawer front features crossbanding and decorative brass backplate handles. The timbers show evidence of dead inactive worm, a restoration to the top surface addressing an age split, and expected surface marks. Measuring 147 cm high, 113.5 cm wide and 62 cm deep, this piece provides substantial storage space for clothing or linens. It finds a practical home in a bedroom, dressing room or hallway, where it serves as a functional storage chest for everyday use while displaying traditional period craftsmanship.

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A William and Mary chest on stand is a late 17th-century storage piece featuring an upper chest of drawers mounted upon a separate base elevated by legs. Originating during the joint reign of William III and Mary II, this design elevated functional drawer storage to eye level while displaying decorative timber veneers and brass hardware.

Chests from this era were typically constructed using solid pine or oak carcases veneered with figure-rich walnut, olive, or laburnum wood. Drawers were built with hand-cut dovetail joints and thick oak linings, fitted with cast brass backplate drop handles and brass keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic period examples feature hand-sawn drawer linings, wide dovetail jointing, and hand-tooled finishings on the reverse panels. Genuine age patination around keyholes, historical drawer wear, and timber shrinkage gaps consistent with multi-century age also indicate authenticity.

A chest on stand functions as a prominent focal point in an entry hall, bedroom, or living area. Positioning the warm walnut timber against neutral plaster walls or clean architectural lines highlights the historic grain pattern and silhouette.

Maintain stable humidity levels away from direct sunlight and radiator heat to prevent timber movement and veneer lifting. Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the wood surface.
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