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Small Victorian Oyster Re-Veneered Collector's Chest

$2,732.56
£1,950
€2,317.73
CA$3,719.29
A$4,160.26
CHF 2,165.02
MX$51,214.21
NOK 27,543.58
SEK 25,841.31
DKK 17,292.60
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About the Item

This small Victorian collector's chest has been recently sympathetically re-veneered over the original Victorian oak frame. This lovely chest has 4 graduating drawers with an exquisite olive oyster veneer on the top and drawers. The top features a cross banded border and the drawer pulls are brass. It measures a very well proportioned 13 inches wide, 10 3/4 inches deep and an overall height of just over 12 1/2 inches tall. This beautiful chest would make a delightful jewellery box or a place to put special or heirloom pieces. It would work well in a wide range of rooms and settings.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    C. 1880
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The piece has been re-veneered by a professional restorer. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JNA21221stDibs: LU1225238022122

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