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Henry VIII linenfold chest
- Period
- Circa 1530 - 1550
- Origin
- England
- Dimensions
- W 42 3/4" × H 26" × D 16 3/4"
- Reference
- #Marh1382
This piece has been sold. It is shown here for reference in our archive.
Description
Henry VIII oak carved linenfold chest of small proportions and with a very dry surface. The four linenfold panels with simple carved details framed and pegged to a boarded construction body. The lock plate with tracery upper section and hasp with original key.
A near identical example sold in Christies 24th May 2001, Bramcote House sale, lot 335 for £11,162, this too had a near identical lock plate with tracery top. Illustrated in Chinnery.