Description

Late C18th George III period decorated pine mule chest in rare original condition.
Faux burr-wood painted decoration in rare complete original state . The lift-up lid chest fitted with a full-length base drawer with knob-pull handles, and an interior lidded candle or salt box . Fitted with all original metal-ware , raised on original bracket feet , the interior with original papered lining .
In good sound usable condition, the lid with some historic wear, cracks and marks commensurate with age, use and purpose . A scarce survivor in its original folk-art vernacular painted decoration to simulate burr yew or walnut timber .
H 28"
W 42"
D 23"
England c.1800
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 .
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.
Internal Ref: ML 201