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Rare Bermudian British Colonial Cedar Chest of Drawers

Offered by: epoca

Description
a rare and fine 18th Century example of Bermudian British Colonial furniture characteristic of 17th-century European craftsmanship featuring five long drawers with raised geometric paneled fronts and teardrop pulls all raised on sturdy block feet

Made in the style of English Jacobean furniture. Bermudian craftsmen made a variety of furniture out of imported Mahogany and local Bermuda cedar also called Bermuda juniper. These pieces were largely made for British colonies in the Caribbean throughout the 18th century. The grain of this wood is both beautiful and unique, featuring the impressive lines of a Jacobean chest but lighter in color and feel. Local cabinetmakers heavily relied on native cedar because it resisted humidity, salt air, mildew, and insects while aging to a warm honey-red hue.

More Information

Origin:	Bermuda
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	carved cedar
Condition:	Good. professionally refinished; filled areas to top; some replaced elements; later antique hardware
Creation Date:	1740
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Jacobean
Dealer Reference #:	5733
Incollect Reference #:	874944

Dimensions

W.	46 in;	H.	43.5 in;	D.	23.5 in;
W.	116.84 cm;	H.	110.49 cm;	D.	59.69 cm;

Message from Seller:

Epoca, located in San Francisco's Design Center neighborhood, blends eclectic 20th-century furnishings with traditional antiques and accessories for a truly unique collection. For more information, contact us at info@epocasf.com or call 415.864.6895.

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