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Mid-19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Simulated Miniature Chest

About the Item

A charming mid-19th century simulated bird's-eye Maple miniature chest of three long drawers With original turned wooden knobs raised On original plinth (There is often debate as to the original purpose regarding many items of miniature furniture, with some people believing them to be “apprentice pieces”, which was when an aspiring craftsmen who was seeking work at an established cabinet making workshop would create something to showcase his talents, but many others believing that they were made as “salesman’s sample pieces” which was when scale models of a workshops output were made in advance of a road trip, during which the salesman use these models to present to prospective clients and take orders based on. This sweet little miniature chest of drawers was probably made as a sample piece originally due to the level of detail in its decoration, which suggests it was probably to be used as a sales prop. It also retains its original wooden handles and the  simulated decoration, which is an excellent feature, is in  particularly good condition).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Birdseye Maple
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bedfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 43261stDibs: LU955822305482

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