The cupboard is strongly carved, with bog oak and fruitwood inlays in geometric patterns, its style and detailing suggest it was made in East Anglia by a skilled joiner. The central piece of furniture in the parlour in the 17th century was usually the livery press, used both for storage and as a servery.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Livery cupboard, c. 1620
Date supported
1992
Medium and material
Oak inlaid with fruitwood
Dimensions
119.5 x 152 cm
Grant
2750
Total cost
11000
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