English Art Deco Burr Walnut Two Door Compactum Tallboy Chest Of Drawers (Circa 1930)

Item details

Height

120.5 cm

Width

75.5 cm

Depth

53.0 cm

Wear conditions Wear conditions

Excellent

Wear conditions

Excellent

Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.

Good

May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.

Average

Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.

Apparent Wear and Tear

Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.

Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.

Description

This is a fine quality antique English Art Deco compactum, constructed from stunning figured & burr mirror-matched walnut timbers, comprising a bank of four drawers below and a cupboard section below, circa 1930, in excellent original condition.

Summary:
• Item: Art Deco Compactum
• Circa: 1930
• Period: Art Deco
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Figured & Burr Walnut
• Rectangular design
• Moulded sectional front
• Stunning burr walnut timbers
• Flour dovetailed drawers
• Two-door cupboard section
• Original handles
• Original working internal door lock, key & latches
• Original backboards
• Original recessed plinth base
• Single piece item
• Lovely colour & patination
• Completely original
• Excellent condition
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• 14-day free UK returns policy

Description:
This is a fine quality antique English Art Deco compactum, constructed from stunning figured & burr mirror-matched walnut timbers, comprising a bank of four drawers below and a cupboard section below, circa 1930, in excellent original condition. Comprising a rectangular frame, with a moulded sectional inverted front, the Art Deco tallboy features four dovetailed, mahogany lined drawers, retaining the original vertical bar-shape handles. Below, there are two large cupboard doors, designed with fluted mouldings in the centre, also retain the original handles. The left-hand door features its original sliding bolts, to secure the door when closed and the right-hand door retains the original working brass lever lock, with original key. The right-hand door retains the original brass lever lock and original working key. The two doors open to reveal a large storage area, featuring two internal shelves, ideal for storing larger items of clothing. The Art Deco compactum exterior is decorated with stunning mirror-matched figured and burr walnut, set within a moulded border and displays striking mirror-matched frontage. The Art Deco compactum terminates on its original recessed plinth and original backboards. This is a single piece tallboy and because of its smaller size; it is ideal for compact rooms, as it consumes very little space.

The Art Deco compactum would be at home in either a traditional or contemporary setting; consumes very little space and is extremely practical. This Art Deco tallboy chest of drawers boasts classic Art Deco styling in the overall design of the curved moulded frame, corners, clean lines to the tops, the handles and the plinth.

This Art Deco compactum boasts a mellow warm walnut colour, having been cleaned and French polished by hand in our workshop; along with the years and care of cleaning it has received.

Dimensions:
Height = 120.5cm / 47⅜” / 3ft 11⅜”
Width = 75.5cm / 29¾” / 2ft 5¾”
Depth (Including Handles) = 53cm / 20⅞” / 1ft 8⅞”
Depth (Excluding Handles) = 50.5cm / 19⅞” / 1ft 7⅞”

Condition Report:
This is a fine quality antique English Art Deco compactum, constructed from stunning figured & burr mirror-matched walnut timbers, comprising a bank of four drawers below and a cupboard section below, circa 1930, in excellent original condition. The Art Deco tallboy has been cleaned and French-polished, by hand, to a professional standard in our workshop, therefore the polish is in an excellent condition. This walnut storage chest retains all its original fittings. The doors retain the original internal door latches and original Art Deco bar shape walnut handles, all of which are in good working condition. The doors close flush to the frame. The drawers feature quality dovetail construction, with quarter beading and also close flush to the frame. The Art Deco compactum retains its original backboard and stands on its original plinth base. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.

Price:
The price for this item is £2,450 which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and 14-day free UK returns.

Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*
• 14-day free UK Returns
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• Full insurance of items in transit

Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call Yola Gray Antiques.

Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.

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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola 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.

Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically antique four poster beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.

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Condition report:

This is a fine quality antique English Art Deco compactum, constructed from stunning figured & burr mirror-matched walnut timbers, comprising a bank of four drawers below and a cupboard section below, circa 1930, in excellent original condition. The Art Deco tallboy has been cleaned and French-polished, by hand, to a professional standard in our workshop, therefore the polish is in an excellent condition. This walnut storage chest retains all its original fittings. The doors retain the original internal door latches and original Art Deco bar shape walnut handles, all of which are in good working condition. The doors close flush to the frame. The drawers feature quality dovetail construction, with quarter beading and also close flush to the frame. The Art Deco compactum retains its original backboard and stands on its original plinth base. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.

Material
Manufactured
Origin
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Item location
Tarporley , United Kingdom
Period
Early 20th Century
Condition
Refurbished

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