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George I Walnut Chest of Drawers with Crossbanding & Feather Banding to Drawers & Top C.1700
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George I Walnut Chest of Drawers with Crossbanding & Feather Banding to Drawers & Top C.1700

18th century
Sold 31 July 2025 · The Old Cinema
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A walnut chest of drawers dating to the early 18th century, English c.1700. This antique chest of the George I period features oak-lined drawers with feather-banded fronts and crossbanding to both the drawer edges and top. The burr walnut veneers display rich figuring throughout. Raised on traditional bun feet with brass escutcheons and drop handles. A fine example of early cabinetmaking, combining decorative walnut surfaces with restrained architectural proportions.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
102.5cm (40.35")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Walnut Chest of Drawers to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152355
Dealers Internal Reference
47322
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A walnut chest of drawers dating to the early 18th century, English c.1700.
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This antique chest of the George I period features oak-lined drawers with feather-banded fronts and crossbanding to both the drawer edges and top.
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The burr walnut veneers display rich figuring throughout. Raised on traditional bun feet with brass escutcheons and drop handles. A fine example of early cabinetmaking, combining decorative walnut surfaces with restrained architectural proportions.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
102.5cm (40.35")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Walnut Chest of Drawers to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152355
Dealers Internal Ref
47322
The Old Cinema
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George I Walnut Chest of Drawers with Crossbanding & Feather Banding to Drawers & Top C.1700

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An antique walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric crossbanding, feather banding, brass drop handles, and bun feet against a plain white background.
George I Walnut Chest of Drawers with Crossbanding & Feather Banding to Drawers & Top c.1700
Ref: SA1152355
An antique walnut chest of drawers featuring geometric crossbanding, feather banding, brass drop handles, and bun feet against a plain white background.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsCrossbanding, Feather banding, Brass drop handles, Bun feet
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 102.5 cm (40 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

The George I style, emerging in the early eighteenth century, is characterised by restrained elegance, a shift towards lighter woods like walnut, and the prominent use of veneering and banding techniques.

Pieces from this era typically feature oak or pine secondary timbers faced with finely figured walnut veneers, complemented by decorative crossbanding, feather banding, and brass hardware fixed with handmade pins.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage consistent with age, correct period brasses or filled fixing holes, and traditional animal glue construction.

This piece works effectively as a focal point in a contemporary living space or bedroom, contrasting against neutral walls and minimalist furnishings to highlight its rich grain and historical character.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and periodically feed the wood with high-quality beeswax while avoiding modern silicone-based polishes.
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