George I Walnut Chest of Drawers
Stock No: 10706
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Country: English
Date: Circa 1710 - 1720
Medium: Walnut
Dimensions
Height: 72.00cm (28.35 inches)
Width: 74.00cm (29.13 inches)
Depth: 39.00cm (15.35 inches)
Condition
Original handles and feet.
Main description
An early 18th century George I walnut chest of drawers of small and elegant proportions.
The rectangular caddy top is quarter veneered and crossbanded with boxwood and walnut stringing throughout with a finished bevelled moulded edge above four graduated oak lined drawers. The walnut drawers retain the original engraved back plates, swan neck handles and lock escutcheons.
The chest is raised on the original walnut veneered bracket feet and simulated walnut sides.
The chest has a great colour, patina and lustre.
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What Is Walnut?
Walnut is one of the most important timbers in the history of furniture making. Before the widespread adoption of mahogany during the Georgian period, walnut was the principal cabinet making timber in Britain, valued for its rich colour, attractive grain and excellent working properties.
For further information, see our Woods encyclopaedia on Walnut.
Why Buy From Freshfords Antiques?
Established in 1987, Freshfords Antiques has spent nearly four decades sourcing and curating the finest examples of English antique furniture. Our reputation is built upon a deep-rooted specialism in the Georgian and Regency periods, where we focus on selecting pieces that retain their genuine age, original patination, and unimpeachable authenticity. We believe that an antique should not only be a significant historical object but also a functional and beautiful addition to a contemporary home.
As proud members of the British Antique Dealers’ Association (BADA), we operate under a rigorously enforced code of conduct that prioritises professional integrity and expertise. Membership of BADA is only granted after a thorough election procedure and is subject to annual review, ensuring that our clients can purchase with complete confidence. When you acquire a piece from Freshfords, you are benefiting from a wealth of experience, a dedication to craftsmanship, and a commitment to preserving the heritage of the finest English cabinet making.
Literature
The simulated sides on early walnut furniture is quite regional and we believe this chest is possibly home counties Oxfordshire area. This is a rare size and an early example of walnut furniture.
