Ambrose Heal (1872-1959) For Heal & Son, London, A Rare 347 Bedroom Suite c1902 - in oak with chequer ebony and boxwood inlay comprising of a triple wardrobe and dressing table.
An important early design by Ambrose Heal, the matching tallboy to this suite was featured in the "Heal’s 100" exhibition of iconic Heal’s pieces.This arts & crafts oak suite is in its original finish, completely untouched giving the wood and the brass handles a lovely patina and consequently it does have some minor wear commensurate with age and light use.
Ambrose Heal joined the family firm in 1892 and soon started designing a range of furniture with an emphasis on simplicity and quality and became an important figure in the history of British Design. For more details please contact me.