Rococo apprentice chest of drawers 1850

Gorgeous apprentice chest of 4 drawers in solid oak raised on carved cabriole legs in the 18th century manner. An apprentice chest was a unique piece of furniture made by the budding cabine maker before he was allowed to become a member of the Guild of cabinet makers. Of Austrian origin, this lovely example combines baroque and rococo elements all executed in solid oak. The gorgeous high quality original gilt bronze handles and escutcheons accentuate the rococo design of this chest. Apprentice pieces were examined by the Guild for design and originality and construction to gain membership