An outstanding 18th Century English oak dresser base of unusually long proportions
Just out of storage, waxed and back into showroom.
The three plank moulded top above three drawers with brass swan-neck handles and a slight shaped apron, resting on a long cabriole leg, terminating on a round pad-foot.
Great overall colour and patination.
C.1780
H.81cm W. 212cm D.53cm
Just under 7′ Unusually long to not have a centre leg support.
Above, Three early 17th century Basileus Besler First editions 1613
Hand coloured copper engravings. 409 years old!
Prints by Basil Besler from Hortus Eystettensis.
Engravings with expert hand colouring.
With typical text showing through and minor spots.
Exceptional condition.
Cartophyllus syluestris
Melilotus Germanica
Bistorta Maior
Frame 88cm x 170cm
To the left, A stunning second half 18th Century English Country walnut and oak chest on chest.
The double moulded cornice above two short then three long book-matched, feather banded, graduated drawers.
The base with three long graduated drawers.
All with later yet appropiate brass-work.
Resting on shaped bracket feet.
Good overall colour and patination.
C.1770
H. 170cm W. 108cm D.55cm
To the right, An 18th century French oak, country chippendale style armchair.