Early 18th Century Walnut Table Cabinet

Of rare large size and interesting decoration this walnut table cabinet stands apart from other for its remarkable originality including the original feet, handles, locks, escutcheons, hinges and door catches.

The primary wood being walnut with parquetry and marquetry inlay of sycamore, oak, fruitwood and ebony the doors open to reveal an assortment of eight cross banded and line inlaid drawers surrounding a similarly inlaid door opening to three further drawers, all above one long drawer and raised on the original bun feet.

It is rare to find a cabinet such as this with a profusion of inlay and in such original condition. The quality indicates a London maker.

English, c. 1715-1720.

Provenance:
With Apter Fredericks before 1990
New York Private Collection

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