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Oyster Laburnum Chest of Drawers
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Oyster Laburnum Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 6 January 2026 · Rumble Antiques
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William and Mary chest of drawers in oyster cut laburnum, with holly edging and cross grain mouldings. The top with line scrolling. Also the drawers are all oak lined, a sign of quality, as is the fact that the ends are oyster cut veneers. These chests were made between 1680 and 1710 and are rare survivals. This one has had the feet replaced a long time ago and later handles which are in period with the chest. The second drawer down has a working lock. This is a glorious piece and would look great in any home

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Rumble Antiques has dated this Oyster Laburnum Chest to the 1700s.

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SA1164081
Dealers Internal Reference
oyster
Description
William and Mary chest of drawers in oyster cut laburnum, with holly edging and cross grain mouldings. The top with line scrolling.
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Also the drawers are all oak lined, a sign of quality, as is the fact that the ends are oyster cut veneers.
Rumble Antiques

These chests were made between 1680 and 1710 and are rare survivals. This one has had the feet replaced a long time ago and later handles which are in period with the chest. The second drawer down has a working lock. This is a glorious piece and would look great in any home

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Rumble Antiques has dated this Oyster Laburnum Chest to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1164081
Dealers Internal Ref
oyster
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Town and country furniture especially early walnut

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An antique chest of drawers featuring detailed circular oyster veneer patterns across the front drawers and top surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique chest of drawers featuring detailed circular oyster veneer patterns across the front drawers and top surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Oyster Laburnum Chest of Drawers

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Rumble Antiques

Rumble Antiques
Telephone 01736 810033 or 07778 917300
Location
Tregonebris Old Farm
Sancreed
Penzance
Cornwall
TR208RQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rumbleantiques
Verified Since Nov 2022
Items For Sale 36
Items Sold 62
Rumble Antiques
Rumble Antiques
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Location: Tregonebris Old Farm, Sancreed, Penzance, Cornwall, TR208RQ, United Kingdom
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An antique chest of drawers featuring detailed circular oyster veneer patterns across the front drawers and top surface.
Oyster laburnum chest of drawers
Ref: SA1164081
An antique chest of drawers featuring detailed circular oyster veneer patterns across the front drawers and top surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleWilliam and Mary
  • MaterialLaburnum, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsOyster veneer, Bun feet, Brass escutcheons, Crossbanding
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 95 cm (37 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Oyster veneering, which involves cutting branch wood transversely to create concentric circular patterns, became highly fashionable in late 17th-century England during the William and Mary period, inspired by Dutch marquetry techniques.

These pieces typically utilised dense native hardwoods such as laburnum, olive, or walnut, applied as cross-cut veneer sections onto a secondary softwood or oak carcase, complemented by hand-cut dovetail joints and cast brass hardware.

Authenticity is indicated by irregular grain patterns in the individual veneer roundels, hand-sawn timber thicknesses, traditional animal protein glues, and period-correct brass escutcheons and drop handles.

This piece works effectively as a focal point in a minimalist or contemporary room, allowing the intricate natural wood grain and historic craftsmanship to stand out against neutral walls.

Maintain stable relative humidity levels, keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer lifting, and occasionally apply microcrystalline wax to nourish the antique finish.
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