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A Fine 17th Century Charles II Olive Oyster Chest, Circa 1680 England

Offered by: Alexander George Fine Antique Furniture

Description
The cross-grain ovolo moulded top is veneered in well-chosen olive oysters laid in geometric patterns incorporating a large central floral motif, roundels, corner arc quadrants and a trefoil to each end, all outlined in holly stringing and set with bookmatched oysters.

Similarly, the banded sides are veneered in oysters and holly inlaid to the centre with trefoil motifs set within a large roundel of oysters banded in holly.

Divided by cross-grain D-mouldings, the two short over three long oak-lined crossbanded graduating drawers are decorated with book-matched olive oysters. Raised on solid ash bun feet.

This remarkable chest is likely to be symbolic, depicting a large floral motif and trefoils to the top and quatrefoils to the sides, this possibly representing creation, the holly trinity and good fortune.

The chest is incredibly well proportioned, visually beautiful, unusual and of very good colour and patination.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Veneered wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The chest is of very good colour having blond oxidised and age-patinated surfaces. Age-related marks as to be expected. Period locks, later hardware and bun feet.
Creation Date:	1680
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Charles II, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	664601

Dimensions

W.	34.65 in;	H.	34.45 in;	D.	22.64 in;
W.	88 cm;	H.	87.5 cm;	D.	57.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Alexander George Antiques’ enthusiasm and unerring passion for the finest English furniture is evident from the moment you enter our gallery in rural Oxfordshire. Here you will find examples from the most prestigious of the 17th and 18th century cabinet-makers, craftsmen of the Golden Age including Thomas Chippendale, Coxed & Woster & Gerrit Jensen.

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