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VERY Ornate Antique chest that I inherited. My understanding is that it is Dutch and from the 18th Century although it almost looks oriental. There are 3 drawers and each has a skeleton key. (Pictured) They all work. The measurements are 48" W x24.5"D x34.5"H. I really don't know much else about it and would appreciate any insight. Thank you in adavnce.
P.S. If anyone would like particular pictures of something I missed, please let me know and I will take them right away and email or post.
Thank You
Category
Furniture
Medium
Wooden
Distinguishing marks
All designs are raised. As you can see, there is a lot of design. Very ornate piece of furniture.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
48"Wx34.5"Hx24.5"D
Date Period
18th Century
Weight
approx 75-100
History
I believe this has been in my family for over 100 years.
Price Paid (If known)
Inherited
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Re: Antique (Dutch?) 3 Drawer Chest
Possible the Dutch East India Company. They did a lot in Oriental trading. Some pieces can be very valuable. Might need a more high end dealer than is available. I will keep looking around for you.
Re: Antique (Dutch?) 3 Drawer Chest
Thank you for the info Kate! I thought about reaching out to the Keno brothers as they offer appraisal services or contacting Freeman's in Philadelphia as I live only 15 minutes away.
Re: Antique (Dutch?) 3 Drawer Chest
Here is a place out of the UK: http://www.petworth-antiques.co.uk/
They deal with some of the Dutch trading, I'm trying to catch my friend online she uses one out of NY as well. I would have several people look at it.
Re: Antique (Dutch?) 3 Drawer Chest
Thank you again Kate. I will check out Petworth. I certainly agree with having several people do appraisals. I was planning on getting at least 3.