13th Nov, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Autumn Fine Art Sale

 
  Lot 235
 

235

A 17th Century Joined Oak Westmorland Chest, initialled GB and dated 1666, the hinged lid enclosing a vacant interior with three carved panels below and two small drawers, on stile feet, 120cm by 52cm by 82cm

Sold for £600
Estimated at £350 - £450


 

Hinged lid with later batons added to the underside, there is a small patch repair with further splits. The front right-hand panel is split. The left-hand panel with further small splits. Some movement in the structure/joints. There are some signs of some old decay to the interior. There is some typical old decay around the backboards and legs. Excluding the lid it measures 117cm.

 


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Auction: Autumn Fine Art Sale, 13th Nov, 2021

Fine Sales are held three times a year, in the Spring, Summer and Autumn, and feature the foremost lots of traditional antiques consigned to Tennants. With lots sourced from named estates and private collections, the sales draw buyers from around the world. The sales include British and European Ceramics and Glass, Asian Art, Clocks and Barometers, Rugs and Carpets, Works of Art, Furniture and Garden Furniture and Statuary. 

 

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