Vintage Esavian James Leonard School Drawers 1110a
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A scarcely seen Mid Century chest of school drawers designed by James Leonard in the early 1950's for Esavian (ESA) The Educational Supply Association.
– Excellent restored condition
A very versatile piece of storage with twenty equally sized drawers (back when class sizes were smaller!) with striking cutaway handles and iconic splayed legs.
The carcass of this beautiful piece of furniture is constructed from beech, the drawers are all solid beech.
A stunning example of Mid Century furniture, and one of our absolute favourites.
We have painstakingly restored these drawers back to their beautiful original character. Any structural work has been carried out where required such as loose or new drawer runners, leg joints etc. They have then been sanded back and oiled resulting in a stunning piece with a rich, warm finish.
Condition
These drawers are vintage and have had years of use in schools by children so they do come with imperfections. They will have marks, polished in scratches, nics and the odd dink here and there... which add to their character, vintage appeal and gives a unique aged look - something that new furniture cannot replicate!
Dimensions:
Width: 120cm
Height: 70cm
Depth: 35cm
Drawers - internal:
Width: 25cm
Height: 9cm
Depth: 30cm
This beautiful piece of furniture has been brought into our workshop and lovingly restored by hand. We use our skills and years of experience to ensure that every piece retains all of its quality and much loved character & warmth. When it leaves our workshop it is ready to start a new life, in your home, to be enjoyed by generations to come.
Furniture Delivery Service
- Specialist courier: items are fully insured & handled with care by our tried and trusted couriers.
- Delivery charge varies by location, size and weight - automatically applied at checkout.
- Timescales: Usually within 10 working days. Scotland & farther afield may take longer.
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- If you have a specific request or need an item urgently, please email us prior to purchase.
Our restoration process
Preparation
We carefully assess every piece, identifying any damage, repairs or replacement parts it may need. Drawers may need new runners, handles can be missing or damaged, and joints may require repair or reinforcement. We look beyond the surface to uncover hidden defects, ensuring each piece is restored to work as it was originally intended.
Restoration
With over 20 years of experience, we know that the right restoration techniques can make all the difference. It’s a delicate process that takes patience, skill and attention to detail — one we’ve taken the time to perfect. Each piece is carefully and sensitively restored, preserving its original character and charm while giving it a new lease of life.
Finishing
Finally, we add the finishing touches — whether that’s painting, oiling or sealing, fitting new handles, hinges or catches, or simply giving the piece a final clean and polish. We make sure every piece is ready for modern living, giving it a new lease of life and a renewed sense of purpose, ready to be loved for generations to come.
Before and after
Each piece is carefully and sympathetically restored to preserve the character, charm and beautiful details that make it unique. The result is a truly individual piece of furniture, thoughtfully restored for
modern living and ready to bring warmth, personality and timeless style to your home for years to come.
