Description

Early C19th Regency period mahogany seven-drawer �Wellington� chest .
Superior quality � Wellington� chest of seven graduated drawers constructed from a fine grade of �plum pudding� mahogany. Fitted with a traditional vertical hinged mahogany locking bar and original brass �Bramah Patent� lock supplied with 2 steel keys .
Fitted with all original turned knob pull handles with a central detail . The drawers all with highest quality mahogany linings , corner dust-beads and finest precision hand-cut �dove-tail� joints .
Raised on a plinth base . The gently-rounded corner top with an overhanging back to fit flush to a wall over a traditional skirting board . The reverse with original panelled back-boards .
The top with minor historic scratches and a faint water-mark stain , but crucially retaining the original polish and surface throughout.
An elegant , well-proportioned chest of restrained design using the best quality of cabinet-making skills and materials , possibly by the esteemed firm of Gillows of Lancaster, though unsigned.
The compact width and proportions portray a strong architectural presence almost with the appearance and scale of a pillar or column, and would provide a perfect platform for displaying a bust or sculpture in addition to the storage capacity.
Excellent condition with a rich colour and patina.
H 54�
W 18�
D 14�
England c. 1820
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 .
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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 .
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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 214