Chest of Drawers with Drop Leaf Maple Walnut First Half of 1700s

Chest of Drawers with Drop Leaf Maple Walnut First Half of 1700s

Features

Age: 18th Century / 1701 - 1800

Origin: Italy

Main essence: Maple

Material: Walnut Slab , Walnut Burl

Description

A chest of drawers with drop leaf, serpentine front. Bracket feet. Originally part of an antique bureau which was later amended. Three drawers and drop leaf door. Two drawers and a compartment inside. Walnut burl reserves. First half of the 18th century.

Product Condition:
The item shows signs of wear due to age. Any damage or loss is displayed as completely as possible in the pictures. It may require restoration and recovery of french polish.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 94
Width: 106,5
Depth: 55

Additional Information

Age: 18th Century / 1701 - 1800

18th Century / 1701 - 1800

Main essence: Maple

Hard, light wood used for inlays. It grows mainly in Austria, but it is widespread throughout the northern hemisphere, from Japan to North America, passing through China and Europe. It is one of the lightest woods ever, tending to white, it is similar to lime or birch wood. The briar is used in the production of ancient secretaires .