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English Charles II Laburnum Oyster Veneered Side Table, circa 1680

Offered by: Acroterion

Description
A fine English pre-William-and-Mary, circa 1680 Charles II period side table of rectangular form, the moulded-edge parquetry top inlaid with Laburnum cross-section veneer or 'oystering' within geometric strapwork in holly atop oyster-frieze single drawer with original brass drop pulls on finely turned 'Solomonic' or 'barley-twist-and-ball' ash supports joined by shaped x-form flat stretcher on original bun feet.

A table of exact design but of smaller scale is in the National Trust collections at Beningbrough Hall, North Yorkshire.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Ash, Brass, Holly, Laburnum, Oak, Pine, and Walnut
Condition:	Good. Wear commensurate with age and use. Non-detracting historical repairs, extensive but dormant worming, newly professionally restored.
Creation Date:	circa 1680
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Charles II, William & Mary
Book References:	Literature: Bowett, Adam. 'English Furniture 1660-1714, From Charles II to Queen Anne', Woodbridge: Antique Collectors Club, 2002, p. 118.
Incollect Reference #:	724504

Dimensions

W.	37 in;	H.	27.75 in;	D.	25.75 in;
W.	93.98 cm;	H.	70.49 cm;	D.	65.41 cm;

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