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Fine Rare Pair 17th Century Oyster Walnut Chests on Stands
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A fine, and rare, very closely-matched pair of late-17th century oyster walnut chests on stands.
English, Charles II period, ca 1685.
Both with fleur-de-lys inlays bordered by holly bands.
Superb colour and old patina throughout.
Stands restored. Brass mounts are correct for period but later.
References:
Christie’s sold a similar William and Mary period chest @ £18,750 “with restorations and replacements”, 21 January 2010, lot 26.
Clevedon Salerooms sold a similar antique oyster walnut chest, but “originally on a stand”, for £23,600 plus 15% premium, on September 2nd, 2000.
Literature:
Ralph Edwards CBE FSA, 'Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture', Hamlyn (Fourth edition 1972) pp. 93, 201, 202, illustr. 14 (Bourne Park, Kent) & illustr. 16 (J. Thursby Pelham Collection), & p. 205.
Further information:
Originating particularly in medieval France, the fleur de lys was later used by the Huguenots (fleeing persecution after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685), many of them came to England and were very highly-skilled tradesmen contributing considerably to the applied arts in England just at a time when culture in France reached a peak.
Charles ll, on his restoration in 1660 (having spent much time at the French court during his exile) greatly promoted French, Dutch and Italian styles which, upon his return, came to dominate English fashion.
The return of the king and his court from exile led to the replacement of the Puritan severity of the Cromwellian style, with a taste for magnificence and opulence and to the introduction of Dutch and French artistic influences. These are evident in furniture in the use of floral marquetry, walnut instead of oak, twisted turned supports and legs, exotic veneers, cane seats and backs on chairs, sumptuous tapestry and velvet upholstery, and ornate carved and gilded scrolling bases for cabinets. These chests date from that time, and clearly the use of the fleur de lys was influenced by the French cabinet makers who became well established in London.
- Dimensions:Height: 63 in (160 cm)Width: 37.41 in (95 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Charles II (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1685
- Condition:Repaired: Stands restored. Brass mounts are correct for period but later. Some historic repairs, namely some veneers re-attached, exactly as one would expect for pieces of this age. They are both in superb condition - solid and ready to use. Wear consistent with age and use. Great character, deep rich colour, and old patina throughout.
- Seller Location:Lymington, GB
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