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Antique Wellington Chest

19th century
Sold 21 February 2026 · Deva Antiques
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A fine quality early Victorian Rosewood Wellington chest of drawers .

Physical Dimensions
Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

Deva Antiques has dated this Antique Wellington Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1075405
Dealers Internal Reference
21288
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Description
A fine quality early Victorian Rosewood Wellington chest of drawers .
Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Deva Antiques has dated this Antique Wellington Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1075405
Dealers Internal Ref
21288
Deva Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022
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A tall, narrow Victorian mahogany Wellington chest featuring seven graduated drawers, wooden knob handles, and a locking side stile. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A tall, narrow Victorian mahogany Wellington chest featuring seven graduated drawers, wooden knob handles, and a locking side stile. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Wellington Chest

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A tall, narrow Victorian mahogany Wellington chest featuring seven graduated drawers, wooden knob handles, and a locking side stile.
Antique Wellington chest
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A tall, narrow Victorian mahogany Wellington chest featuring seven graduated drawers, wooden knob handles, and a locking side stile.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Locking side stile, Turned wooden knobs, Carved corbels
  • SizeH 126 cm (50 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

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A Wellington chest is a narrow, vertical chest of drawers typically featuring seven graduated drawers, secured by a hinged locking side stile. Originating in the early 19th century during the Regency era, the design is traditionally associated with Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington.

These chests are traditionally constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, often featuring fine veneer work and secondary timbers like oak or pine for drawer linings. Construction hallmarks include hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers and a robust locking mechanism on the right-hand pilaster.

Authentication involves examining the drawer construction for hand-cut dovetailing, checking for period-appropriate timber shrinkage and oxidisation, and verifying the functionality of the locking stile mechanism. Genuine antique pieces will exhibit traditional joinery marks, hand-turned wooden knobs, and historical wear consistent with age.

A Wellington chest functions effectively as a tall bedside table, a compact storage unit in a hallway, or an accent piece in a study, offering vertical storage without occupying significant floor space. Its dark wood tones and classic proportions complement both traditional schemes and contemporary minimalist spaces.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity and temperature levels to prevent wood splitting or veneer lifting. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth and periodic application of traditional beeswax help nourish the timber and maintain its natural finish.
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