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Chest Small Walnut Spanish Carved Cypress Tree Flowerhead 31" long 16 1/4" high

$9,730.56
£7,000
€8,267.67
CA$13,258.71
A$14,933.79
CHF 7,733.67
MX$181,364.92
NOK 98,235.51
SEK 93,184.67
DKK 61,688.22
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Museum Quality, Small, Spanish, Walnut Chest With Rare Cypress Tree Carving, A Single Plank Top & Outstanding Colour & Patina - Rare carved decoration of cypress trees alongside more traditional Spanish ornamentation - Rare small size - Exceptional quality and condition - Exudes the charm and character of Spanish furniture The single plank top with deep, crisply carved moulding below. The front with two panels, each carved with a large flowerhead roundel with carved cypress trees interposed. On later trestle base. The escutcheon and lock removed. Original pin hinges. The interior with original candle box and lid. The back with two large 'X's and the date '1849' painted in black, probably relating to an inventory or acquisition. Provenance: Private Collection, purchased from William Job Ltd., Pimlico Road, London, 14th February 1974. William Job was a highly regarded antique dealer who specialised in European furniture and had a house in Spain. Height 41cm 16 ¼ high, Length 79cm 31”wide, Overall Depth 35.3cm, 14”, the chest 33cm 13”
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.15 in (41 cm)Width: 31.11 in (79 cm)Depth: 13.9 in (35.3 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1680-1689
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c1680
  • Condition:
    Repaired: lock removed probably broken dito escutcheon. Wear consistent with age and use. see description.
  • Seller Location:
    BUNGAY, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3867335114132

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