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Rare South African Block Front Chest
Hansord Antiques
for sale €3,101     $3,366
£2,650
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Rare South African Block Front Chest

18th century
For Sale by Hansord Antiques
Description

An 18th century Cape block front chest.

This Dutch colonial chest was made in the Cape using local stinkwood it has the original brass handles and carved paw feet.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
115cm (45.28")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Hansord Antiques has dated these Block Front Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1043724
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00001305
Dealers Notes

Our stock includes early oak and walnut furniture from the 18th century, as well as more formal pieces from the Georgian period. Clocks, barometers and globes are complemented by Colonial cabinets, furniture and early arms. Their scientific instruments, which include early microscopes, telescopes and equipment such as sextants, provide a fascinating insight into the evolution of technology, whilst demonstrating fine artistry and craftsmanship. One of Hansord’s many exhibitions was entitled ‘From simplicity to complexity with a little eccentricity’ and this continues to be the guiding mantra behind their collection today.

Description
An 18th century Cape block front chest.
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This Dutch colonial chest was made in the Cape using local stinkwood it has the original brass handles and carved paw feet.
Hansord Antiques
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
115cm (45.28")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Hansord Antiques has dated these Block Front Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1043724
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00001305
Hansord Antiques
Hansord Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2016

Furniture, works of art,globes ,and scientific instruments

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hansord Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Hansord Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet.
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Archive I A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet.

Rare South African Block Front Chest

Archive II A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet. View II
Archive III A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet.
Archive V A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet. View V
Archive VI A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet. View VI
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Hansord Antiques

Hansord Antiques
Telephone 07831 183511
Location
Nr Lincoln
Lincolnshire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Hansord Antiques
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A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet.
RARE SOUTH AFRICAN BLOCK FRONT CHEST
Ref: SA1043724
A dark timber three-drawer block front chest featuring moulded drawer fronts, brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, and carved claw feet.
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FAQs

Cape Dutch furniture combines 18th-century European design forms, particularly Dutch Baroque and Rococo influences, with local timber species and craftsmanship techniques from Southern Africa.

These chests were typically crafted using dense native hardwoods such as stinkwood or yellowwood, alongside imported mahogany, secured with hand-cut dovetail joints and solid brass hardware.

Look for hand-carved drawer fronts with distinct raised and recessed vertical blocking, hand-hammered brass escutcheons, hand-planed back panels, and natural wear around the drawer runners.

A dark timber block front chest acts as a strong anchor piece in a contemporary hallway, living room, or bedroom, pairing well with minimal lighting and modern wall art to highlight its carved silhouette.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth, and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax annually to protect the original finish.
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