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Charles II East Devon chest
- Period
- Circa 1670 - 1680
- Origin
- Exeter area, Devon
- Dimensions
- W 59" × H 31" × D 23 1/4"
- Reference
- #Marh899
This piece has been sold. It is shown here for reference in our archive.
Description
Joined oak chest, in the style of Thomas Dennis, with three botanical carved panel with traces of polychrome flanked by S-scroll and double S-scroll stiles, the lower rail with scrolling wave decoration and a continuous spandrel below, of which is the first of its type known in this group of chests.
The top frieze rail carved with undulating S-scrolls with leafy foliage in-between with original lock plate. Probably one of the finest examples to come to the market.
Collector’s piece
Further information and examples: Discovering Dennis, the search for Thomas Dennis among the artisans of Exeter, 2009, Marhamchurch Antiques publication. Copies still available.
