Queen Anne walnut and feather banded fold-over top bachelor chest

Stock Code: 1897 - SOLD

Description: A fine Queen Anne walnut and feather banded fold over top bachelor chest, of fine original colour and patina. The rectangular top with rounded front corners and book matched veneers and feather banded perimeter, opening to reveal a mirror image arrangement of veneers to the inside. The top when open is supported by the top drawers, which are arranged as three short drawers over three long graduated drawers, fitted with original oval escutcheons and brass ring handles. The chest is supported on shaped bracket feet. In lovely original condition, superb colour and patina.

Further Information: Mr J L Rose was an ardent collector in the sixties, regularly frequenting fairs like Grosvenor House where he was a good customer of Charles Lumb & Sons of Harrogate who exhibited at the fair at this time. We are delighted to be able to offer several notable pieces from his collection.

Condition: Excellent. Possible minor old restorations, waxing. Brassware believed to be original.

Country of Origin: England

Origin/Age: English, Queen Anne, circa 1710

Provenance: Mr J L Rose of Quarndon, Derby sold on 21st September 1964 by Charles Lumb & Sons,

Dimensions: Height 30.00 inches (76.20cm) Width 30.00 inches (76.20cm) Depth 15.00 inches (38.10cm)

Price: £19,900