The Importance of Colour and Patina has been discussed many times over the years by collectors, experts and dealers. It has always been a major factor when valuing a piece. A good friend and of mine John Parry who is one of the greatest furniture collectors of our time, has always had a fabulous eye for colour and surface. This helped to make his collections sort after and highly valued, Non more so than his Walnut Collection which was one of the most impressive ever assembled.
DESCRIPTION
A fine 18th Century Queen Anne Burr Walnut Chest On Stand of the most outstanding colour and patina. The chased brass handles are original and untouched. The original drawer linings are made in Oak, they are wonderfully clean, just as we like to see them. The piece retains all but two of its original locks. The legs are replacements, they are the correct shape and design for the period and an excellent match for colour with the rest of the piece. The edge of the drawer fronts are finished with a banding of Burr Elm. The double bead to the framework around the drawer fronts is a typical feature of the Queen Anne period as are the chased brass handles.