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Exceptional Early 18th Century Walnut Chest on Stand
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Exceptional Early 18th Century Walnut Chest on Stand

18th century
Sold 3 February 2025 · Holmes Antiques
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George II Walnut Chest On Stand with the most Fabulous depth of colour and patina, in superb original condition retaining the original cabriole legs, uncleaned original brass handles and escutcheons.

Having matched walnut veneers with fine checkered banding and fruitwood cockbead. The drawers run smoothly, having clean original oak drawer linings throughout.

It is the untouched condition along with the glowing colour and surface that make the so piece special.

Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
170cm (66.93")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
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SA1113516
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

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George II Walnut Chest On Stand with the most Fabulous depth of colour and patina, in superb original condition retaining the original cabriole legs, uncleaned original brass handles and escutcheons.

Having matched walnut veneers with fine checkered banding and fruitwood cockbead. The drawers run smoothly, having clean original oak drawer linings throughout.

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It is the untouched condition along with the glowing colour and surface that make the so piece special.
Holmes Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the 18th Century.

Height
170cm (66.93")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1113516
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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Holmes Antiques
Telephone 07729 347 159
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/holmes
Verified Since Jan 2011
Items For Sale 230
Items Sold 555
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An early 18th-century walnut chest on stand featuring multiple graduated drawers, brass drop handles, escutcheons, and cabriole legs.
Exceptional Early 18th Century Walnut Chest On Stand
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An early 18th-century walnut chest on stand featuring multiple graduated drawers, brass drop handles, escutcheons, and cabriole legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests on Stand
  • Period18th century
  • StyleQueen Anne / Early Georgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsVeneered walnut grain, Brass batwing handles, Cabriole legs, ShAPEd apron
  • SizeH 170 cm (67 in) x W 103 cm (41 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Walnut chests on stands gained prominence during the late 17th and early 18th centuries, marking a transition from heavy oak to more refined timbers. The introduction of the stand allowed for elevated storage configurations that influenced subsequent Georgian cabinet-making.

These pieces typically feature figured walnut veneers applied to oak or pine secondary timbers, accented with cross-banding and herringbone stringing. Traditional joinery includes hand-cut dovetails for the drawer construction and pegged mortise and tenon joints in the frame.

Authenticity is indicated by period-correct brass hardware with original fixing pins, hand-beveled drawer linings, and natural timber shrinkage consistent with age. Examination of the carcass should reveal hand-sawn board marks and patination developed over centuries of use.

The rich timber tones and formal proportions make this piece suitable as a focal storage unit in a living room, hallway, or bedroom. Pairing it with minimalist modern decor allows the historical craftsmanship and natural wood grain to stand out without visual clutter.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels between 45 and 55 percent and protecting the surface from direct sunlight to prevent veneer cracking and fading. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasional application of professional microcrystalline wax helps maintain the protective finish.
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