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Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany
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Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany

1900 - 1920
Sold 2 April 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
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A delightful small 20th-century chest on chest in mahogany, featuring a classic and refined design. This piece stands gracefully on bracket feet, enhancing its traditional aesthetic. It includes six drawers in total, each adorned with its original handles, showcasing the attention to detail and craftsmanship of the era. The cross-banded drawer fronts add an elegant touch, highlighting the beautiful grain and offering a subtle contrast to the rich mahogany.

The wood displays an attractive grain throughout, giving the chest a warm and inviting appearance. Its compact size makes it a versatile piece, suitable for various spaces while still providing ample storage. The chest is of good quality and remains in good condition, reflecting both its durability and timeless appeal. Perfect for adding a touch of classic charm to any room, this chest on chest combines functionality with the beauty of traditional design.

Product Reference : AF - 3447

Measurements : 54cm Width x 38.5cm Depth x 117.5cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Mahogany Chest on Chest to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
117.5cm (46.26")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
38.5cm (15.16")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1117545
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3447
Description
A delightful small 20th-century chest on chest in mahogany, featuring a classic and refined design. This piece stands gracefully on bracket feet, enhancing its traditional aesthetic.
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It includes six drawers in total, each adorned with its original handles, showcasing the attention to detail and craftsmanship of the era.
ActFurniture LTD

The cross-banded drawer fronts add an elegant touch, highlighting the beautiful grain and offering a subtle contrast to the rich mahogany.

fig 1. An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany

The wood displays an attractive grain throughout, giving the chest a warm and inviting appearance. Its compact size makes it a versatile piece, suitable for various spaces while still providing ample storage. The chest is of good quality and remains in good condition, reflecting both its durability and timeless appeal. Perfect for adding a touch of classic charm to any room, this chest on chest combines functionality with the beauty of traditional design.

fig 2. An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany

Product Reference : AF - 3447

Measurements : 54cm Width x 38.5cm Depth x 117.5cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 3. An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 4. An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 5. An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 6. An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
fig 6. Antique 20th Century Small Chest on Chest in Mahogany

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Mahogany Chest on Chest to the Edwardian era.

Height
117.5cm (46.26")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
38.5cm (15.16")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117545
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3447
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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ActFurniture LTD

ActFurniture LTD
Telephone 07729 298643
Location
Unit 4
Worcester Road
Malvern
Worcestershire
WR6 5JE
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/actfurniture
Verified Since Apr 2023
Items For Sale 441
Items Sold 2,256
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An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
Antique 20th Century Small Chest On Chest In Mahogany
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An upright antique mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and brass drop handles against a plain wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsStacked modular sections, Multiple graduated drawers, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 117.5 cm (46 in) x W 54 cm (21 in) x D 38.5 cm (15 in)

FAQs

A chest on chest, often called a tallboy, is a two-section piece of furniture featuring a smaller chest stacked directly on top of a larger base chest, designed to maximise vertical storage space.

These pieces were traditionally constructed using solid hardwoods and veneers such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, often complemented by secondary softwoods for internal drawer linings and backboards.

Authenticity is typically verified by examining hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, timber shrinkage patterns, patination on the wood surfaces, and original or period-correct brass hardware.

Such a substantial vertical piece works effectively as a focal point in a bedroom or hallway, providing necessary storage while contrasting cleanly against minimalist or neutral contemporary walls.

Preservation involves keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, dusting with a dry lint-free cloth, and periodically applying a quality beeswax to maintain the finish.
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