Superb Quality Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest with Unusual Drawer Configuration

Name: Superb Quality Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest with Unusual Drawer Configuration
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA998261
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A superb quality late 18th century (circa 1790) mahogany chest on chest with extremely unusual drawer configuration making this piece not only rare but also more practical with the smaller drawers to the top.

The top section of this chest consists of a moulded double dental cornice leading down to the rare and unusual drawer configuration of two short over two short over two long drawers.

The drawers being cockbeaded with oak linings and having original fine cast Rococo style brass handles and escutcheons with Corinthian column design to either side with a brass capital and fluted mahogany pilasters with brass base.

The lower section of the chest has a brushing slide leading down to two short over two long cockbeaded drawers with oak linings and original fine cast Rococo style brass handles and escutcheons with moulded canted corners to either side of the drawers.

The ends consist of superbly figured solid mahogany and the chest is supported by ogee feet.

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

Size:

Height: 75.5'' / 191.75cm

Width: 45.5'' / 115.5cm

Depth: 22.75'' / 57.75cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

191.8cm (75.51")

Width

115.5cm (45.47")

Depth

57.8cm (22.76")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA998261

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS935

Dealers Notes

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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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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos:

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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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

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The top section of this chest consists of a moulded double dental cornice leading down to the rare and unusual drawer configuration of two short over two short over two long drawers.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Superb quality late 18th century mahogany chest on chest with unusual drawer configuration — fig 1. Superb Quality Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest with Unusual Drawer Configuration

The drawers being cockbeaded with oak linings and having original fine cast Rococo style brass handles and escutcheons with Corinthian column design to either side with a brass capital and fluted mahogany pilasters with brass base.

fig 2. Superb quality late 18th century mahogany chest on chest with unusual drawer configuration — fig 2. Superb Quality Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest with Unusual Drawer Configuration

The lower section of the chest has a brushing slide leading down to two short over two long cockbeaded drawers with oak linings and original fine cast Rococo style brass handles and escutcheons with moulded canted corners to either side of the drawers.