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Important 17th Century William and Mary Oak Silver Table, Provenance Met Museum
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Description
A Highly Important 17th Century William and Mary Silver Table, circa 1670-1690. England
Metropolitan Museum of Art;
A fine and exceptionally rare Charles II period oak silver table, featuring a rectangular top with a molded edge above a shaped apron, raised on finely turned legs united by a shaped X-stretcher.
The deep, patina suggests the table remains untouched.
The elegant proportions and refined turning suggest that the table was likely produced for an aristocratic household where silver display was an important aspect of dining and entertaining culture.
Provenance:
The Collection of Sir John Prestige (d. 1962), Bourne Park, Kent, England
The Marion E. and Leonard A. Cohn Collection
Gifted by Marion E. Cohn in 1951 to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
Property of the Metropolitan Museum of Art; Christie's, New York, 27 October 2015, lot 197 ($20,000)
Literature:
R. Edwards, The Dictionary of English Furniture, rev. edn., Suffolk, 1954, vol. III, p. 321, fig. 2
L.A. Boger, The Complete Guide to Furniture Styles, New York, 1969, fig. 302
This table represents an important survival of 17th-century English furniture, its historical significance underscored by its presence in esteemed collections, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Oak silver tables from this period are exceedingly rare, and this example, with its impeccable provenance and published references, is a museum-quality piece suitable for the most discerning collector.
£22000 -
More Information
Origin: England Period: Pre 18th Century Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1670-1690 Number of Pieces: 2-3 Styles / Movements: Traditional, William & Mary Incollect Reference #: 787317 -
Dimensions
W. 48.1 in; H. 61 in; D. 38 in; W. 122.17 cm; H. 154.94 cm; D. 96.52 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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