Gravener Antiques

Description

Raised on fine shaped feet, above which are 2 short and 2 long oak lined, cock beaded drawers and a secretaire drawer, with an interior of small drawers and an arched pigeon hole, all with original, distinctively Gillows brass handles. The chest is in fine quality mahogany, retains all its original elements and has a good colour and patina. 1140mm high, 940mm wide and 410mm deep. English. Circa 1790.

The chest is un-stamped by does have several pencil inscriptions on drawer sides which we are trying to decipher.


W J Gravener Antiques is a family owned business, started in 1963 by William who was joined by son, Mark in 1981 and continues today with the same ethos of dealing in fine quality English and Continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects, from the 18th & 19th centuries. Now under the stewardship of Mark and his wife, Louise, we take pride in maintaining the high standards which William set more than 50 years ago.

W.J.Gravener Antiques are proud members of LAPADA, The London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association.

We offer an approachable and friendly service and we are always happy to hear from clients, both new and established.