Chest - Oak - Old 17th-century chest.
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An oak mass chest dating from the early 17th century, in traditional style, with dimensions 74.5 cm long, 38 cm wide and 50 cm high, and weighing 8 kg.
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Solid oak chest dating from the early 17th century
Antique solid oak chest dating from the early 17th century. Its façade is adorned with three molded panels and its sides are also paneled, bearing witness to traditional craftsmanship of quality.
Fully made of solid oak, it features a beautiful old patina acquired over the centuries. The interior is equipped with a small compartment (layette), intended for storing precious objects or documents.
The lid is mounted on its original iron hinges. The piece is particularly sturdy, heavy, and stable.
This chest can today find its place just as well in an old-fashioned interior as in a contemporary one, as a storage piece,, a bedside chest, or a coffee table.
Dimensions :
• Length: 74.5 cm
• Width: 38 cm
• Height: 50 cm
This solid oak chest from the early 17th century delights with its impressive presence, its historical charm, and its original patina. A piece full of character, whose marks of time tell its history and the authenticity of a piece that has endured several centuries. The quality of the solid oak and the depth of its patina give it timeless charm.
Condition: Very good state of conservation. The chest shows a few old traces of powder post beetles, evidencing its age and history. The wood is now perfectly healthy and stable. These old marks contribute to the authenticity of this piece and its historic charm. Beautiful original patina.
Solid oak chest dating from the early 17th century
Antique solid oak chest dating from the early 17th century. Its façade is adorned with three molded panels and its sides are also paneled, bearing witness to traditional craftsmanship of quality.
Fully made of solid oak, it features a beautiful old patina acquired over the centuries. The interior is equipped with a small compartment (layette), intended for storing precious objects or documents.
The lid is mounted on its original iron hinges. The piece is particularly sturdy, heavy, and stable.
This chest can today find its place just as well in an old-fashioned interior as in a contemporary one, as a storage piece,, a bedside chest, or a coffee table.
Dimensions :
• Length: 74.5 cm
• Width: 38 cm
• Height: 50 cm
This solid oak chest from the early 17th century delights with its impressive presence, its historical charm, and its original patina. A piece full of character, whose marks of time tell its history and the authenticity of a piece that has endured several centuries. The quality of the solid oak and the depth of its patina give it timeless charm.
Condition: Very good state of conservation. The chest shows a few old traces of powder post beetles, evidencing its age and history. The wood is now perfectly healthy and stable. These old marks contribute to the authenticity of this piece and its historic charm. Beautiful original patina.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
8 kg
Wood type
Oak
Over 200 years old
Yes
Title additional information
Old 17th-century chest.
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
50 cm
Width
74.5 cm
Depth
38 cm
Estimated period
17th century
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