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Alexander George Fine Antique Furniture
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Oxfordshire , England
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17th Century Charles II Carved Oak Writing Box or Desk Box, Circa 1670 England.
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Description
A Rare 17th-Century Charles II Carved Oak Writing or Desk Box, Circa 1660. England.
The box opens on the original butterfly hinges to reveal a fitted interior of three oak-lined drawers.
The deep carving to the frieze is very much in the Westmorland and the Lake District style of the seventeenth century adorned with elaborate interlaced foliage, symbols and initialled to the centre 'MW'.
It should be noted that the box has the most wonderful depth of carving, colour and patinated surfaces. -
More Information
Origin: England Period: Pre 18th Century Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1670 Number of Pieces: 2-3 Styles / Movements: Traditional Incollect Reference #: 696267 -
Dimensions
W. 28.35 in; H. 11.02 in; D. 18.5 in; W. 72 cm; H. 28 cm; D. 47 cm;
Message from Seller:
Alexander George Fine Antique Furniture, based in rural Oxfordshire, specializes in exceptional 17th- and 18th-century English furniture from renowned cabinet-makers like Thomas Chippendale, Coxed & Woster, and Gerrit Jensen. With a focus on authenticity, provenance, and expert conservation, we serve collectors worldwide with trust and integrity. Contact: +44 1367 243304 | sue.austin@alexandergeorgeantiques.com |
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