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French Figured Walnut & Marble Chest of Drawers

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Here is an example of a fine quality antique French Empire figured walnut & marble chest of drawers, circa 1860, in excellent original condition.

Summary
• Item Chest of drawers
• Provenance France
• Circa 1860
• Period 2nd Empire
• Wood Walnut & Oak
• Italian grey marble top
• Four drawers
• Hidden cushion drawer
• Stunning figured walnut drawer fronts
• Solid walnut sides
• Chestnut lined drawers
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Brass key escutcheons
• Original working lever locks & key
• Original feet
• Original polish & patination
• Completely original
• Dismantles into two sections (marble and base)
• Free 14 day UK returns period

Here is an example of a fine quality antique French Empire figured walnut & marble chest of drawers, circa 1860, in excellent original condition. Constructed with a stunning quality grey and white veined Italian freestanding marble top, it features chamfered edges with a reeded moulding. Below, the chest features a stepped moulded cornice above the marble top, with a bank of four drawers below the top drawer is incorporated as a hidden cushion drawer. The drawer fronts boast stunning quality figured bookmarked walnut veneers with the original brass key escutcheons and lever locks. The chest also retains the original working key. Inside, the drawers are lined and hand dovetailed in solid chestnut. The sides of the chest are constructed from solid walnut. The chest features chamfered corners, with a fine moulded beading to the plinth and the chest stands on the original bracket feet.

The chest and marble splits into two sections for easy transportation (the marble is designed to be freestanding).

The chest features a rich figured walnut colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.

This item would look superb in a variety of rooms in the home, especially the bedroom, as it provides so much storage space. This item would certainly grace any home. So don't miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of antique furniture.

Condition Report
This chest is in excellent original condition. Nominal old use to the leading edges and drawer fonts, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Importantly, there is no damage or chips to the original freestanding marble top. Please note the marble top is designed to be freestanding which means it is meant to rest by gravity alone on the top of the chest. The marble is very heavy and is not supposed to be glued down. The dovetailed chestnut lined drawers are smooth running and close flush to the frame. They also feature the original brass escutcheons and lever locks with the original working key. The chest features the original feet. As the chest boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. It has a good mellow colour and patination. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions
Height = 98.9cm or 39” or 3ft 3”
Width (marble) = 128.3cm or 50½” or 4ft 2½”
Width (plinth) = 118cm or 46½” or 3ft 10½”
Depth (marble) = 58cm or 22⅞” or 1ft 10⅞”

Customer Service
We offer 100% customer satisfaction through the following services
• Full money back assurance
• 24 hour telephone
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
• Packaging removed & recycled

Further Information
For more information or photographs please email or call us.

Office 01829 458 070
Julian 07960 738 212
Yolanda 07971 882 567

Customers outside the UK should call

Office 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian 00 44 7960 738 212
Yolanda 00 44 7971 882 567

UK Delivery
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote. If you wish to avoid the delivery cost, you can collect the item in person. Delivery will be made by our own specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries. We will inform you by email and/or telephone and provide you with full delivery details including when to expect delivery. Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks (depending on location). We will contact you to arrange the delivery day please ensure you give us a contact number to aid the delivery process. Delivery includes insurance we can assure you that the packaging standard is second to none and will fully protect the item.

Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.

UK Buyer Payment
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.

International Buyers
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal or credit card for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.

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About the Seller
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.

Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yolanda Gray has a special interest in Colonial antique furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yolanda Gray also provides a variety of fine English Antique Furniture, Art and Fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.

Please visit the Yolanda Gray website for further products and information.

Ref. French Chest 35
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 Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £65
 
DimensionsHeight = 98.9cm or 39” or 3ft 3” Width (marble) = 128.3cm or 50½” or 4ft 2½” Width (plinth) = 118cm or 46½” or 3ft 10½” Depth (marble) = 58cm or 22⅞” or 1ft 10⅞” Category Antique Furniture Date Circa 1860  Mid Victorian Antiques Material Walnut Origin French Condition This chest is in excellent original condition. Nominal old use to the leading edges and drawer fonts, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Importantly, there is no damage or chips to the original freestanding marble top. Please note the marble top is designed to be freestanding which means it is meant to rest by gravity alone on the top of the chest. The marble is very heavy and is not supposed to be glued down. The dovetailed chestnut lined drawers are smooth running and close flush to the frame. They also feature the original brass escutcheons and lever locks with the original working key. The chest features the original feet. As the chest boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. It has a good mellow colour and patination. This item is solid in joint and ready to use. Item code as236a979 / French Chest 35 Status Sold

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Yola Gray AntiquesUnit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR

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