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Early 18th Century George I Figured Walnut Bachelors Chest, C.1720-1730

A fine and rare early 18th-century compact George I figured walnut bachelors chest

The quarter veneered feather and crossbanded top opens on original hinges to reveal a veneered interior of six book-matched sections similarly feather and crossbanded, above a pair of lopers, one long, two short and two graduating oak lined drawers each beautifully veneered, feather banded and cock-beeded, raised on a moulded base and original bracket feet.

The gilded ring pull handles and oval escutcheons appear to be original.

It should be noted that the chest is of fantastic colour and patination.

Condition

Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The chest is in wonderful original condition in line with age and use.

Dimensions

Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)
Width: 27.56 in (70 cm)
Depth: 13.78 in (35 cm)

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