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Tall 19th Century Elm Secretaire Chest of Drawers
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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Debenham Antiques Ltd

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Tall 19th Century Elm Secretaire Chest of Drawers

19th century
Description

Tall 19th century elm secretaire chest of drawers circa 1870.

We are pleased to offer this stunning chest swedish chest of drawers of generous proportions.

Made from a rich golden elm and featuring 6 drawers of equal proportions, with the added feature of a secretaire in the 3rd drawer down.  each drawer fitted with wooden handles and working locks and key.

Secretaire drawer pulls out and the drawer front drops down to provide a writing surface and access to the fitted interior of 7 drawers and central storage area.  all raised on 4 block feet.

Fully re-finished in our workshop and ready for everyday use.  surface marks to woodwork, minor restorations to woodwork.  beautiful piece of furniture which has plenty of storage potential.

Fall height: 33 3/4"

Physical Dimensions
Height
163.8cm (64.49")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Depth
52.7cm (20.75")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated these Elm Secretaire Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

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SA1098662
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EA3454
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Description
Tall 19th century elm secretaire chest of drawers circa 1870.

We are pleased to offer this stunning chest swedish chest of drawers of generous proportions.

“
Made from a rich golden elm and featuring 6 drawers of equal proportions, with the added feature of a secretaire in the 3rd drawer down.
Debenham Antiques Ltd

  each drawer fitted with wooden handles and working locks and key.

fig 1. A tall 19th-century elm secretaire chest featuring six graduated drawers with turned wooden knobs and keyhole escutcheons.
fig 1. Tall 19th Century Elm Secretaire Chest of Drawers

Secretaire drawer pulls out and the drawer front drops down to provide a writing surface and access to the fitted interior of 7 drawers and central storage area.  all raised on 4 block feet.

Fully re-finished in our workshop and ready for everyday use.  surface marks to woodwork, minor restorations to woodwork.  beautiful piece of furniture which has plenty of storage potential.

Fall height: 33 3/4"

Height
163.8cm (64.49")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Depth
52.7cm (20.75")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated these Elm Secretaire Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1098662
Dealers Internal Ref
EA3454
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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Debenham Antiques Ltd

Debenham Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07715 006 415
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73 High Street
Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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Debenham Antiques Ltd
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A tall 19th-century elm secretaire chest featuring six graduated drawers with turned wooden knobs and keyhole escutcheons.
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A secretaire chest is a multi-drawer storage unit that incorporates a concealed pull-out or drop-front writing desk compartment. Popular throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, it combines bedroom or living room storage with functional workspace.

Cabinetmakers used durable hardwoods such as elm, mahogany, oak, and walnut. Interior drawer linings were often constructed from pine or oak, fitted with hand-cut dovetail joints and brass or turned timber handles.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut dovetail joinery, irregular timber shrinkage on drawer bottoms, period-correct lock mechanisms, and visible wear along the wooden runners from decades of use.

A tall timber chest serves as a focal point when placed against a neutral painted wall. Contrast the warm wood tones with contemporary artwork hung above or balance the silhouette with modern table lamps.

Dust surfaces using a clean, soft cloth and apply a quality natural beeswax polish twice a year. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent timber movement and surface checking.
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