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Late 18th Century Oyster Veneer Chest of Draws
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Late 18th Century Oyster Veneer Chest of Draws

18th century
Sold 4 August 2025 · Henry Fowler Antiques
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Description

A Stunning 18th century French, oyster veneer chest of draws with king wood inlay retaining it’s original handles and escutcheon

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Henry Fowler Antiques has dated this Oyster Veneer Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1113014
Description
A Stunning 18th century French, oyster veneer chest of draws with king wood inlay retaining it’s original handles and escutcheon
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Henry Fowler Antiques has dated this Oyster Veneer Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1113014
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Henry Fowler Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2022
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Archive I An eighteenth century serpentine chest of drawers featuring geometric oyster veneer patterns and cast metal hardware. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Late 18th Century Oyster Veneer Chest of Draws

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Henry Fowler Antiques

Henry Fowler Antiques
Telephone 07934 772810
Location
Nassington Road
Woodnewton
Peterborough
Northamptonshire
PE8 5EH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/henryfowler
Verified Since Mar 2022
Items For Sale 34
Items Sold 178
Henry Fowler Antiques
Henry Fowler Antiques
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Location: Nassington Road, Woodnewton, Peterborough, Northamptonshire, PE8 5EH, United Kingdom
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An eighteenth century serpentine chest of drawers featuring geometric oyster veneer patterns and cast metal hardware.
Late 18th century Oyster veneer chest of draws
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An eighteenth century serpentine chest of drawers featuring geometric oyster veneer patterns and cast metal hardware.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsOyster veneer, Serpentine front, Floral marquetry, Cast brass handles
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

FAQs

Oyster veneering is a decorative woodworking technique where cross-sections of branches are sliced to create concentric circular patterns resembling oyster shells, popular in late 17th and 18th century European furniture.

These pieces typically feature fruitwood or walnut veneers applied to a secondary softwood or oak carcass, secured with animal hide glue and finished with hand-cut dovetail joints.

Authenticity is identified by hand-beveled edges, irregular grain patterns unique to manual slicing, period-appropriate cast brass hardware, and hand-forged iron or wooden fixings.

Position the piece against a neutral wall to highlight the geometric grain patterns, pairing it with contemporary art or minimalist decor to create a balanced transitional aesthetic.

Maintain stable relative humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying occasional microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the fragile historic wooden surface.
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