During the second half of the Seventeenth Century, when
the monarchy was restored in Britain,
new exciting
styles of furniture were created. Among the most
treasured of these are oyster veneered.
The use
of veneer which was cut from branches became known as oyster work, as the pattern created
can
resemble an oyster shell. Many woods were selected, among them
yew, olive, laburnam, walnut and
kingwood. The techniques that were employed 350 years ago
are still used today, we cut all the
patterns by hand and, as the veneer is sliced
traditionally thick, the overall creation naturally looks
antique.
Each branch has its own unique grain and so each veneer
panel is unlike any other; this gives
every
piece of furniture its individuality. The furniture that
was created in the Seventeenth Century has
matured and
become
softened and leathery in texture. It is our intention
to make quality items which
also mature and have an
antique finish and patination.
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