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19th Century Mahogany Wellington Chest
Martlesham Antiques
for sale €3,920     $4,255
£3,350

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19th Century Mahogany Wellington Chest

19th century
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19th Century mahogany Wellington chest attributed to Gillows, a lovely rich mahogany colour with six mahogany lined drawers with original wooden knobs, the top drawer front drops down to reveal partitions, the other drawers have hinged lids on the tops, the drawers are flanked by pilasters with the right hand one acting as a locking mechanism for the drawers, at the top of the pilaster there is a piece of wood that slides over to reveal the lock, all of these features were used by Gillows. Supported on a plinth base. Circa 1825.

28” x 14 1/2” x 47” high

71cms x 37cms x 120cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Wellington Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA1043679
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2155
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
19th Century mahogany Wellington chest attributed to Gillows, a lovely rich mahogany colour with six mahogany lined drawers with original wooden knobs, the top drawer front drops down to reveal partitions, the other drawers have hinged lids on the tops, the drawers are flanked by pilasters with the right hand one acting as a locking mechanism for the drawers, at the top of the pilaster there is a piece of wood that slides over to reveal the lock, all of these features were used by Gillows. Supported on a plinth base. Circa 1825.

28” x 14 1/2” x 47” high

71cms x 37cms x 120cms high

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Wellington Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1043679
Dealers Internal Ref
2155
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

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Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A tall Victorian mahogany Wellington chest featuring six graduated drawers with round turned wooden handles and a plinth base.
19th Century mahogany Wellington chest
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Named after the Duke of Wellington, a Wellington chest is a tall, narrow chest of drawers typically featuring a hinged side flap that secures all drawers with a single lock.

These chests were commonly crafted from woods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, often finished with flame mahogany veneers and fitted with turned wooden knob handles.

Authentic pieces usually feature hand-cut dovetailed drawer joints, original side-locking pilasters with working brass locks, and natural age-related patina across the timber.

Due to its compact footprint and vertical proportions, a Wellington chest functions well in narrow hallways, alcoves, or quiet corners of a bedroom or study.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent cracking, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year using a soft lint-free cloth.
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