A Spanish walnut and pine marriage chest, 18th century, the rectangular plank top, the front carved with arches and pilasters flanked by stylised floral and foliage, on platform base resting on double scroll pad feet, 63.5 cm high, 140 cm wide, 55.5 cm deep
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- Platform Base - Flat-surfaced bases supporting the pedestals of dining tables and some other smaller occasional tables, including console and pier tables. Introduced during the Regency period, they continued in popularity throughout the 19th century. On tables, platform bases are usually of triform, or three-cornered shape, supported by bun, turned or carved claw feet. They may be either of veneered box-like construction, or formed from the solid timber.
- Pilasters - In furniture a pilaster is a flattened column-like detail
applied to furniture. It is similar to a pilaster in architecture, but it is
typically smaller and less ornate. Pilasters are often used to decorate the
fronts of bookcases, cabinets, and other pieces of furniture. Pilasters can be
made of wood, metal, or other materials. They can be fluted, carved, or plain.
Pilasters are often used to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to
furniture.
- Pad Foot - In furniture design, a pad foot refers to a type of
furniture foot that is shaped like a flattened ball or pad. It is a common
design element in traditional furniture styles, particularly in English and
American furniture from the 18th and 19th centuries. The pad foot is typically
wider than it is tall, with a broad, flat surface that rests directly on the
floor. It is often carved or turned with decorative details, such as fluting or
ridges, and can be made from a variety of materials, such as wood, metal, or
leather.
Pad feet are used to support the legs of various types of
furniture, such as chairs, tables, and cabinets. They are often used in
combination with other types of feet, such as bun feet or bracket feet, to
create a more complex and decorative furniture design. In terms of
functionality, pad feet provide stability and support to furniture pieces, and
can help distribute the weight of the piece evenly across the floor. In terms
of design, they add a classic and traditional look to furniture designs, and
are often used to create a sense of elegance and refinement.
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