A rare museum quality first half 18th century French provincial walnut dresser/buffet and rack.

The strong William and Mary, Queen Anne from 1690 to 1710 influence, including the double arched carved pedemint steel drop handles and bold bun-feet.
With floral, leaf carvings to the facing rounded corners, a lot more worn to the base.
Turned finials supporting the rails for the display shelving, plain moulded drawers, so the beautifully carved arched fielded paneled doors of birds with out swept wings holding flowers.
Then a beautiful ogee-shaped bottom rail, resting on bold bun feet.

Description

It’s rare to find such an intact piece of early 18th century French walnut, retaining all of the original timbers and metal work.
We will be very carefully restoring this piece for some time in our workshops, so to not over restore and maintain the originality and amazing overall patination.
H.232cm
W.126cm
D.64cm