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19th Century Scottish Painted Pine Chest of Drawers
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19th Century Scottish Painted Pine Chest of Drawers

19th century
Sold 18 June 2026 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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A wonderful 19th century Scottish grained pine chest of drawers. Originally painted to simulate oak with what appears to be a later layer of simulated mahogany. The top grained to mimic a single piece of timber. Bobbin uprights flanking a 2 over 3 configuration with a hidden drawer above and all with the original pulls. c1840

Sympathetically cleaned to remove dust and keep the dry finish.

Condition.

Crusty, flaky paint.

The top right drawer is missing its backing but will be traditionally put right with dovetailed joints and period timber.

109cm wide

52cm deep

123cm high

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Painted Pine Chest of Drawers to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
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SA1046631
Description
A wonderful 19th century Scottish grained pine chest of drawers. Originally painted to simulate oak with what appears to be a later layer of simulated mahogany. The top grained to mimic a single piece of timber.
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Bobbin uprights flanking a 2 over 3 configuration with a hidden drawer above and all with the original pulls.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

c1840

fig 1. A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish.
fig 1. 19th Century Scottish Painted Pine Chest of Drawers

Sympathetically cleaned to remove dust and keep the dry finish.

Condition.

Crusty, flaky paint.

The top right drawer is missing its backing but will be traditionally put right with dovetailed joints and period timber.

109cm wide

52cm deep

123cm high

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Painted Pine Chest of Drawers to the 19th Century.

Height
123cm (48.43")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1046631
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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Archive I A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. SOLD18 JUN 26

19th Century Scottish Painted Pine Chest of Drawers

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Archive VI A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View X
Archive XI A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View XI
Archive XII A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View XII
Archive XIII A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View XIII
Archive XIV A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish. View XIV
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A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish.
19th century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers
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A nineteenth-century Scottish painted pine chest of drawers featuring turned columns on the sides, two small drawers over three graduated long drawers, and a distressed brown finish.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleScottish Country
  • MaterialPine
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsTurned side columns, Turned wooden knobs, Graduated drawers
  • SizeH 123 cm (48 in) x W 109 cm (43 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth century Scottish furniture often utilised locally sourced softwoods like pine, frequently finished with grain painting or dark pigments to mimic more expensive hardwoods. These utilitarian yet decorative pieces were staples in domestic interiors across the region.

Authentic period chests are typically constructed from solid pine using traditional dovetail joints on the drawer construction and handmade tongue-and-groove backing boards. Surfaces were often hand-painted and finished with natural varnish.

Authenticity is determined by examining construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetails, tool marks on secondary woods, period-appropriate hardware, and natural ageing like craquelure in the painted finish.

A distressed painted chest provides functional storage while adding tactile texture and historic contrast to contemporary spaces. It can be paired with minimalist decor or integrated into a rustic scheme to ground the room.

Protect antique painted surfaces by keeping them away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels. Clean gently with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid chemical polishes that can degrade historical finishes.
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