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Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest
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Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

18th century
Sold 18 September 2025 · Hingstons of Wilton
This “Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest” found a buyer.

It was listed by Hingstons of Wilton. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

Small George II walnut secretaire chest

This Small walnut secretaire chest was made in the George II period.

The chest is of a lovely small size with the 3 graduated oak lined drawers that are below the full width secretaire drawer.

It stands on straight bracket feet.

The desk interior is fitted a writing surface, and a stepped interior with 5 small drawers.

There is a band of walnut crossbanding to the sides, and herringbone banding with crossbanding to the drawers.

The top has the attractive feature of a double stepped moulding,

The cabinetmaker selected interesting walnut to face the drawers inside the crossbanding.

Owning this chest can only be a pleasure and you will love it in your home.

Dimensions

80cms wide 31 1/2ins

49.5cms deep 19 1/2ins

83.5cms high 32 3/4ins

Whilst we take care measuring the sizes may be slightly different

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wish to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

This Small George II walnut secretaire chest is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This Small George II walnut secretaire chest carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83.5cm (32.87")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this George II Walnut Secretaire to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1105329
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
Small George II walnut secretaire chest

This Small walnut secretaire chest was made in the George II period.

“
The chest is of a lovely small size with the 3 graduated oak lined drawers that are below the full width secretaire drawer.
Hingstons of Wilton
fig 1. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 1. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

It stands on straight bracket feet.

The desk interior is fitted a writing surface, and a stepped interior with 5 small drawers.

There is a band of walnut crossbanding to the sides, and herringbone banding with crossbanding to the drawers.

fig 2. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 2. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

The top has the attractive feature of a double stepped moulding,

The cabinetmaker selected interesting walnut to face the drawers inside the crossbanding.

Owning this chest can only be a pleasure and you will love it in your home.

fig 3. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 3. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

Dimensions

80cms wide 31 1/2ins

49.5cms deep 19 1/2ins

83.5cms high 32 3/4ins

Whilst we take care measuring the sizes may be slightly different

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 4. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 4. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wish to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

fig 5. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 5. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

This Small George II walnut secretaire chest is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

fig 6. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 6. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

Guarantee

This Small George II walnut secretaire chest carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

fig 7. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 7. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

fig 8. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 8. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

fig 9. A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
fig 9. Small George II Walnut Secretaire Chest

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.

Height
83.5cm (32.87")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this George II Walnut Secretaire to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1105329
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hingstons of Wilton Profile Page

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A rectangular George II walnut secretaire chest with figured wood grain and brass drop handles.
Small George II walnut secretaire chest
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge II
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFigured walnut veneer, Brass drop handles, Key escutcheons, Dovetailed drawers
  • SizeH 83.5 cm (33 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 49.5 cm (19 in)

The George II style, spanning from 1727 to 1760, marked a transition from heavy walnut designs to the introduction of mahogany, featuring architectural proportions, carved details like cabriole legs, and elaborate brass hardware.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid oak or pine secondary woods with fine walnut or mahogany veneers applied to the exterior. Construction involved hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers and solid brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentication involves examining the secondary woods for age-appropriate tool marks, checking the consistency of hand-cut dovetails, inspecting the patina of the wood, and verifying the construction methods of the interior drawers and writing flap.

A period secretaire chest adds gravitas and texture to modern spaces when paired with minimalist surroundings, functioning effectively as a focal point in a study or living room while contrasting against neutral walls.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels between 45% and 55%, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the finish.
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