Richmond, VA
Details
- Dimensions
- 45ʺW × 23ʺD × 40.5ʺH
- Styles
- Baroque
- Period
- 17th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Oak
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- It is remarkable that this chest has survived in such great condition. The exterior and top have the wear you … moreIt is remarkable that this chest has survived in such great condition. The exterior and top have the wear you would expect from such an old piece but no significant damage. The back and drawer bottoms are all original, which is great because they are often replaced on pieces this old. The only replaced parts are the feet, which is common because they take the most strain and damage over 350 years of life. As noted above, the handles are high quality, style appropriate replacements. less
- Description
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In its 350 years of existence, what rooms has this chest been in? Whose lives has it been a part …
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In its 350 years of existence, what rooms has this chest been in? Whose lives has it been a part of? It has such a depth of character, and you have the chance to add the next chapter to its story.
Built in the late 1600s, this chest has all the hallmarks of the William & Mary style that was popular in England at that time. The heavy proportions, the bun feet, and thick drawer moldings are all key elements of that style and add to its air of majesty. While replacements, the drop-pull handles are correct for the style as well. The beautiful quartersawn oak gives a stripped appearance to the wood in the drawer faces and sides and the old finish has a rich, dark patina.
The construction details confirm this piece is from the 1600s and not a later reproduction. The drawers were originally side hung, though at some point they were converted to slide on drawer runners. Additionally, all the nails are rosehead nails used in that time period. Another interesting feature is that the top two drawers have Quaker locks (thin strips of wood underneath the drawer that you press from underneath so the drawer can open). This type of lock is uncommon and adds to the piece's character. With full oak primary and secondary woods, this chest is undoubtedly British.
A feature you should note is that there is only one large central back foot (pictured) instead of the typical two on each side. This central back foot is a replacement and does not impact the stability of the piece.
We hope you love this chest as much as we do! Fewer pieces survive from this time period, so we hope you treasure having such a historic piece in your home! less
Richmond, VA
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