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17th century carved oak coffer Thomas Dennis
A 17th Century Joined Oak Chest With Original Red Polychromy .
Joined oak chest with original polychromy, probably constructed in the same workshop in which Thomas Dennis apprenticed in Ottery St.Mary Exeter.
Traces of original red polychromy, tripple panels carved with botantical flowers the central panel has a pair of birds flanking the stem with S-scrolls to the muntin and rails.
Victor Chinnery dedicates 7 pages to Thomas Dennis in Oak Furniture The British Tradition pages 503-510
I was fortunate enough to help at the DISCOVERING DENNIS exhibition held by Marhamchurch Antiques at The Guild Hall Exeter on 4th and 5th November 2009 .This was an exhibition of 16 chests produced in and around Exeter by the joiner Thomas Dennis who was known for his specific style of carving.
This chest which is from the same group and shows the Dennis style botanical motifs and Exeter jewel strapwork is similar to the dated chest on page 31 of the catalogue for DISCOVERING DENNIS the search for Thomas Dennis among the artisans of Exeter .Showing heavy traces of red polychromy and identically constructed, but this example is the first II have seen with a pair of birds to the center panel .Could it be the only example with bird carving ?
Typical Exeter selection of timber and construction methods.
The two front legs have ancient repairs in the same area and are secured with iron brackets , the panels have infills this is typical of these chests due to the timber used and there is an iron bar to the internal center of the chest due to a slight bowing of the top rail.Original base boards and two plank lid.
33.5" High
53" Wide
23" Deep
A chest of good proportions and one for the collector as II say the first bird panel example Discovered ..
Please get in touch for further images or reports that may be required.
Shop open Thursday -Saturday or by appointment ,please call before arriving and I will make sure I am available
SellerAntique Hadden
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Antique Hadden
Private dealer
By appointment only
East Sussex
England, UK
Tel : 01435 863619
Non UK callers : +44 1435 863619
Joined oak chest with original polychromy, probably constructed in the same workshop in which Thomas Dennis apprenticed in Ottery St.Mary Exeter.
Traces of original red polychromy, tripple panels carved with botantical flowers the central panel has a pair of birds flanking the stem with S-scrolls to the muntin and rails.
Victor Chinnery dedicates 7 pages to Thomas Dennis in Oak Furniture The British Tradition pages 503-510
I was fortunate enough to help at the DISCOVERING DENNIS exhibition held by Marhamchurch Antiques at The Guild Hall Exeter on 4th and 5th November 2009 .This was an exhibition of 16 chests produced in and around Exeter by the joiner Thomas Dennis who was known for his specific style of carving.
This chest which is from the same group and shows the Dennis style botanical motifs and Exeter jewel strapwork is similar to the dated chest on page 31 of the catalogue for DISCOVERING DENNIS the search for Thomas Dennis among the artisans of Exeter .Showing heavy traces of red polychromy and identically constructed, but this example is the first II have seen with a pair of birds to the center panel .Could it be the only example with bird carving ?
Typical Exeter selection of timber and construction methods.
The two front legs have ancient repairs in the same area and are secured with iron brackets , the panels have infills this is typical of these chests due to the timber used and there is an iron bar to the internal center of the chest due to a slight bowing of the top rail.Original base boards and two plank lid.
33.5" High
53" Wide
23" Deep
A chest of good proportions and one for the collector as II say the first bird panel example Discovered ..
Please get in touch for further images or reports that may be required.
Shop open Thursday -Saturday or by appointment ,please call before arriving and I will make sure I am available
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 12/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Please call to discuss
Category Antique Furniture
Date 1680
Late 17th Century Antiques Material Oak
Origin English
Item code as203a309 / bhl15
Status Sold
£4500.00 
$5710.50 
€5452.20 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 12/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Please call to discuss
View all stock from
Antique Hadden
Private dealerBy appointment only
East Sussex
England, UK
Tel : 01435 863619
Non UK callers : +44 1435 863619
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