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Antique French Collectors or Wellington Chest C1870

19th century
Sold 7 May 2025 · Swag Antiques
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FREE DELIVERY ENGLAND/WALES

This is a beautifully crafted piece of furniture of exceptional quality. It has eight drawers with a locking bar. It is lined with oak and has fine dovetails. The key is still there but it does not turn the lock anymore. One knob has been replaced with a similar one on the lower drawer. There are some old repairs to the veneer on the sides but nothing to the front.

Height 148cm

Width with cornice 101cm

Width Main Body 91.5cm

Depth 41cm

Date of Manufacture

Swag Antiques has dated this Antique Wellington Chest to the 1850s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
148cm (58.27")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
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SA1014993
Dealers Notes

FREE DELIVERY IN ENGLAND/WALES

We have been buying and selling antiques for over 30 years.

We have a wide range of antiques, retro, vintage and decorative pieces in a contemporary setting in our premises in East Sussex.

We source pieces mainly from Europe and the UK and buy

regularly to ensure there is always a good choice of mirrors, furniture and unique pieces.

Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

Paul and Avril

Description
FREE DELIVERY ENGLAND/WALES

This is a beautifully crafted piece of furniture of exceptional quality. It has eight drawers with a locking bar. It is lined with oak and has fine dovetails. The key is still there but it does not turn the lock anymore. One knob has been replaced with a similar one on the lower drawer. There are some old repairs to the veneer on the sides but nothing to the front.

Height 148cm

Width with cornice 101cm

Width Main Body 91.5cm

Depth 41cm

Date of Manufacture

Swag Antiques has dated this Antique Wellington Chest to the 1850s.

Height
148cm (58.27")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1014993
Swag Antiques
Swag Antiques
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Telephone 07850 733269
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Applesham Farm
Coombes
East Sussex
BN15 0RP
United Kingdom

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A tall, narrow antique wooden chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers and a hinged locking side bar.
Antique French Collectors or Wellington Chest C1870
Ref: SA1014993
A tall, narrow antique wooden chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers and a hinged locking side bar.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialMahogany, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned wooden knobs, Locking side stile, Moulded cornice, Plinth base
  • SizeH 148 cm (58 in) x W 101 cm (40 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

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A Wellington chest is a tall, narrow set of drawers traditionally featuring a hinged locking stile on one side that secures all the drawers simultaneously. Originating in the early 19th century, it was frequently used by gentlemen for storing clothes, documents, or collections.

These pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, often featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer boxes and a solid plinth base with a moulded cornice.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction characteristics such as hand-planed drawer bottoms, original brass or turned wooden knobs, hand-cut dovetailing, and natural timber shrinkage and oxidisation consistent with nineteenth-century cabinetmaking.

Due to its tall and narrow proportions, this chest functions effectively in alcoves, hallways, or compact bedrooms where floor space is limited, serving as both a functional storage solution and a striking focal point.

Preserve the timber by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking. Apply microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the wood and maintain the natural patina without sealing the surface.
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