A decorative 17th Century and later English William and Mary oyster veneered walnut chest of drawers – AA1569

 
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A decorative 17th Century and later English William and Mary oyster veneered walnut chest of drawers.

Parquetry work of this kind, involving geometric designs made up from small oyster veneers, required a high degree of skill. Having later appropriate brasswork, sections of cross banding and mouldings, with bun feet.

Carcase

1690 – 1710

Reference: British Antique Furniture, Price Guide and Reasons for Values by John Andrews, 1989 (page 172, item 327)

H: 2′ 7″ – 80 cm

W: 3′ 2″ – 96 cm

D: 1′ 11″ – 59 cm