I have enough trouble squaring up a board with nice power tools in a nice shop with good lighting. It blows my mind how someone could build such a beautiful work of art with hand tools.
So glad you are enjoying the masterclass videos. There are plenty more still to come. Thanks for your kind comments. Have you signed up for our e-newsletter as well? David
I get a real kick out of finding secret compartments in a piece that generations of a family probably didn't even know existed. I have yet to find any gold coins but will keep trying! David
I'm 23 and I'm very interested in antiques and old books. And this was an amazing video I wish to find and acquire something of this degree when I I amble to become a collector.
Glad you enjoyed it! You can also sign up to receive my e-newsletter automatically on my website at www.wrharvey.com . Thank you for your kind comments. David
Dear Judy, So glad you have enjoyed viewing the masterclasses. We are passionate about these beautiful pieces which makes it easy to share our knowledge and expertise. David Harvey
Your videos are delightful! I am always on the lookout for furniture with secret compartments here in Australia. I am now the lucky and contented owner of some beautiful pieces with lots of compartments but, alas, I have not yet found any with secret hideyholes!
Dear Sarah, So glad you enjoy my little meanderings amongst beautiful English Antique Furniture. Do keep watching as there are some great videos in the pipe line. David
It is even more breathtaking in real life like so many of these centuries old pieces and yet they are as useful and functioning today as the day they were made. David
Wonderful stuff. I have just discovered your channel and subscribed already. Thank you so much. My grandfather was a cabinet-maker and I inherited his love for fine furniture. I enjoy reading about it and watching excellent videos like yours. Greetings from Argentina.
Awesome, thank you! We are now filming the next set of Video Masterclasses which will be available over the forthcoming months. Keep watching out for them. David Harvey
Keep watching and subscribe to the Masterclasses as we have lots more to come. Do sign up for our E-newsletter as well which gives you first sight of pieces as I acquire them. David Harvey
There will be plenty more videos to watch going forward. Have you subscribed to our E-newsletter? You can do this through our website at www.wrharvey.com to ensure you receive this automatically. David
So glad you are enjoying my Masterclasses on English Antique Furniture. We are now filming the next set of Video Masterclasses which will be available over the forthcoming months. Keep watching out for them. David Harvey
So glad you enjoyed it! It is a real pleasure handling pieces of this calibre. Do sign up for our E-newsletter as well which gives you first sight of pieces as I acquire them. David Harvey
Delightful. I can empathise with the husband. I've a bad habit of remembering only *that* I hid something, and not at all *where* I hid it. I'm not sure I'd ever find anything again if I owned a cabinet like that.
I still find the different ways in which these skilled makers provided hidden compartments and boxes fascinating and look forward to seeing what the next acquisition has to offer. David
@WRHarveyAntiquesLtd as a woodworker, I would be fascinated to learn how it was actually made. Do you know of any videos or books on the construction of this or other hidden compartment furniture please? Do know the name of the master craftsman? You went through the top and I really appreciate it. Are there any more below?
Many thanks for your kind comments. There may well be more hidden secrets that I have yet to discover. I do not have a maker's name for this but it is truly a masterpiece. David Harvey
@WRHarveyAntiquesLtd I have learned so much this past year about carpentry, cabinet making and construction. I'm trying to start my own woodworking business repurposing and refurbishing items to keep them out of the landfill. I really think it would be fun to make furniture with hidden compartments as my trademark. By any chance do you know of any books or websites that would help me learn the design elements of hidden compartments please?
Dear James, It was as always a pleasure to hear from you with your kind comments and i look forward to seeing you here in Witney when you are next in the UK. David
I live in America New York and I just found an English writing slope with 2 hidden drawers. I actually found it in the trash on the side of a road! If you could supply me with your email I could send you some pictures, and maybe you could tell me if its valuable? Thank you and I've enjoyed your videos
Now you have found Harvey's, I do hope you will subscribe and you can also subscribe to our regular newsletter at: www.wrharvey.com/newsletter-subscription which will keep you up to date with what we are doing. David Harvey
Many thanks for your comments. The Bracket clock is still available and full details can be seen on my website at: www.wrharvey.com/product/george-iii-mahogany-bracket-clock/ . The Longcase clock has been sold.
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A jawdropping masterclass and amazing presentation.
Thank you so much for your kind words, i'm so glad you are enjoying these small pieces.
Excellent definition!
I have enough trouble squaring up a board with nice power tools in a nice shop with good lighting. It blows my mind how someone could build such a beautiful work of art with hand tools.
A Masterpiece indeed. A VERY fine example of the cabinet makers skills and art. Thank you for sharing !
Thank you very much! We appreciate your comments and hope you will enjoy viewing other videos in our Masterclass series. David Harvey
WOW it is AMAZING how they took so much time, craft , talent and love to build things that they did back then . ALL BY HAND ! AMAZING !
So glad you are enjoying the masterclass videos. There are plenty more still to come. Thanks for your kind comments. Have you signed up for our e-newsletter as well? David
I find this channel really valuable, and it's become my favorite. The tutorials on antique furniture are incredibly helpful. Thank you!
Happy to hear that! Always more than glad to spread the word! David Harvey
And it's been a priviledge to see this wonderful piece and hear your discoveries and knowledge regarding it. Thank you.
I get a real kick out of finding secret compartments in a piece that generations of a family probably didn't even know existed. I have yet to find any gold coins but will keep trying! David
What a beautiful piece of furniture! ❤
I am so glad you thought that. I was proud to have handled this extraordinary example so full of secrets! David
I'm 23 and I'm very interested in antiques and old books.
And this was an amazing video I wish to find and acquire something of this degree when I I amble to become a collector.
Glad you enjoyed it! You can also sign up to receive my e-newsletter automatically on my website at www.wrharvey.com . Thank you for your kind comments. David
Great delight in discovering this channel. Excited to see many more videos.
Dear Judy,
So glad you have enjoyed viewing the masterclasses. We are passionate about these beautiful pieces which makes it easy to share our knowledge and expertise. David Harvey
Your videos are delightful! I am always on the lookout for furniture with secret compartments here in Australia. I am now the lucky and contented owner of some beautiful pieces with lots of compartments but, alas, I have not yet found any with secret hideyholes!
Dear Sarah, So glad you enjoy my little meanderings amongst beautiful English Antique Furniture. Do keep watching as there are some great videos in the pipe line. David
It’s a magnificent piece! Thank you for showing us!
It is even more breathtaking in real life like so many of these centuries old pieces and yet they are as useful and functioning today as the day they were made. David
Perfectly told . Thank You!!!
Glad it was helpful!. Many thanks for viewing!
Wonderful stuff. I have just discovered your channel and subscribed already. Thank you so much. My grandfather was a cabinet-maker and I inherited his love for fine furniture. I enjoy reading about it and watching excellent videos like yours. Greetings from Argentina.
Awesome, thank you! We are now filming the next set of Video Masterclasses which will be available over the forthcoming months. Keep watching out for them. David Harvey
What a masterpiece.
Keep watching and subscribe to the Masterclasses as we have lots more to come. Do sign up for our E-newsletter as well which gives you first sight of pieces as I acquire them. David Harvey
Outstanding pièce ! 😍😍
There will be plenty more videos to watch going forward. Have you subscribed to our E-newsletter? You can do this through our website at www.wrharvey.com to ensure you receive this automatically. David
Fascinating!
So glad you are enjoying my Masterclasses on English Antique Furniture. We are now filming the next set of Video Masterclasses which will be available over the forthcoming months. Keep watching out for them. David Harvey
What a beautiful piece of history, thank you for making this video.
We really enjoyed exploring this and hope to present many other similare videos as the pieces become available to me. David
Wonderful craftsmanship and truly a great piece of furniture, thank you Dave a job well done . Have a Happy Easter.
Dear Gordon, Many thanks for your kind comments but the pieces really speak for themselves. I just act as an interpreter! As ever, David
Wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
So glad you enjoyed it! It is a real pleasure handling pieces of this calibre. Do sign up for our E-newsletter as well which gives you first sight of pieces as I acquire them. David Harvey
Fantastic sir aways like watching your videos
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment. It is a subject we at Harvey's are passionate about and i hope we can share this with others. David
Delightful. I can empathise with the husband. I've a bad habit of remembering only *that* I hid something, and not at all *where* I hid it. I'm not sure I'd ever find anything again if I owned a cabinet like that.
I still find the different ways in which these skilled makers provided hidden compartments and boxes fascinating and look forward to seeing what the next acquisition has to offer. David
Incredibly interesting
So glad you found this of interest. The whole subject of Antique Furniture is both fascinating and exciting. David
Beautiful piece,with all those compartments makes me wonder if you've found all of them
One never knows and every time I open a cabinet piece I am delighted if I find something hitheerto unknown to me. David
@WRHarveyAntiquesLtd as a woodworker, I would be fascinated to learn how it was actually made. Do you know of any videos or books on the construction of this or other hidden compartment furniture please? Do know the name of the master craftsman?
You went through the top and I really appreciate it. Are there any more below?
Many thanks for your kind comments. There may well be more hidden secrets that I have yet to discover. I do not have a maker's name for this but it is truly a masterpiece. David Harvey
@WRHarveyAntiquesLtd I have learned so much this past year about carpentry, cabinet making and construction. I'm trying to start my own woodworking business repurposing and refurbishing items to keep them out of the landfill. I really think it would be fun to make furniture with hidden compartments as my trademark.
By any chance do you know of any books or websites that would help me learn the design elements of hidden compartments please?
Thank you David, a fascinating description. Your time in making these videos is greatly appreciated!
Dear James,
It was as always a pleasure to hear from you with your kind comments and i look forward to seeing you here in Witney when you are next in the UK. David
Imaginging going through that looking for all the little compartments, you'd feel like a kid in a candy store.
I know just how you feel - I was certainly transported when I first examined this piece. David Harvey
I live in America New York and I just found an English writing slope with 2 hidden drawers. I actually found it in the trash on the side of a road! If you could supply me with your email I could send you some pictures, and maybe you could tell me if its valuable? Thank you and I've enjoyed your videos
If you can send me some images at antiques@wrharvey.com I may be able to throw some light on your writing box. Best wishes, David
Thank you David I sent them on May 10th
How much does this cost?
Thank you for your enquiry. This piece has now been sold and is no longer available. David Harvey
Tens of thousands of pounds, minimum.
Ive been clicking on, and thumb'sing up every woodworking video for months, why am I only seeing this now?! Cmon youtube! DO BETTER!
SUBBED!
Now you have found Harvey's, I do hope you will subscribe and you can also subscribe to our regular newsletter at: www.wrharvey.com/newsletter-subscription which will keep you up to date with what we are doing. David Harvey
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Many thanks for your comments. The Bracket clock is still available and full details can be seen on my website at: www.wrharvey.com/product/george-iii-mahogany-bracket-clock/ . The Longcase clock has been sold.
Woodglut is a good solution for every woodworker.
We certainly do get to see a wide variety of timbers here at Harvey's. Keep watching to see more over the next months. David
To think the tree that was built out of was probably alive before Columbus...