Description

Fine mid C18th George II Chippendale period mahogany chest-on-chest.
Raised on bold ogee bracket feet, the base section fitted 3 long drawers with a �brushing slide� above fitted original brass �axe-head� pulls. The upper section fitted two short drawers above two long graduated drawers . All retaining the original elaborate cast brass rococo-style handles and escutcheon plates. The oak-lined , moulded edge drawers all retaining their original locks .
The upper section having reeded canted corners , and a Chinese Chippendale carved �blind-fret� frieze below a gently flared cavetto cornice with a carved dentil moulding.
In original, fresh-to-market, countryhouse, untouched condition. Minor losses to fret and veneers, which will be sympathetically addressed and restored in our workshops prior to sale .
A superior grade of dense , figured mahogany, the whole having achieved a superb rich colour and patina, retaining its original surface .
A classic piece of mid Georgian mahogany furniture in remarkable original condition.
Traditionally constructed in 2 sections for ease of movement and transportation.

Provenance: From the estate of a Warwickshire gentleman.
H 75�
W 42�
D 20�
England c.1750
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
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