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Rare 18th Century Maltese Olive Wood Chest of Drawers
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Rare 18th Century Maltese Olive Wood Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 12 August 2026 · TallBoy Interiors
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This is probably my favourite chest of drawers I have had the pleasure to own. Dating to the 18th century this really is very smart. The design first and foremost is striking with the serpentine front and hoof feet. It is then made even better when you realise the timber used is olive wood. This timber has such a beautiful figuring and colour that really works well in a huge number of interiors. The next big detail is the originality which looks to be totally complete including the deep red and gilt lining paper in the drawers. A truly exceptional piece of furniture. The overall condition is very good and it shows its age handsomely. The chest of drawers also has an amazing sectional top with the star of Malta right in the centre in contrast darker timber. The lower boarder is also a fabulous design.

I am in love with this piece.

Height 88cm Width 133cm Depth 62cm

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Maltese Olive Wood Commode to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
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SA1117786
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00002183
Description
This is probably my favourite chest of drawers I have had the pleasure to own. Dating to the 18th century this really is very smart. The design first and foremost is striking with the serpentine front and hoof feet. It is then made even better when you realise the timber used is olive wood.
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This timber has such a beautiful figuring and colour that really works well in a huge number of interiors.
TallBoy Interiors

The next big detail is the originality which looks to be totally complete including the deep red and gilt lining paper in the drawers. A truly exceptional piece of furniture. The overall condition is very good and it shows its age handsomely. The chest of drawers also has an amazing sectional top with the star of Malta right in the centre in contrast darker timber. The lower boarder is also a fabulous design.

I am in love with this piece.

Height 88cm Width 133cm Depth 62cm

Date of Manufacture

TallBoy Interiors has dated this Maltese Olive Wood Commode to the 18th Century.

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117786
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00002183
TallBoy Interiors
TallBoy Interiors
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An 18th-century Maltese olive wood chest of drawers featuring a serpentine front, three drawers with brass handles, and a scalloped apron.
Rare 18th century Maltese Olive wood chest of drawers
Ref: SA1117786
An 18th-century Maltese olive wood chest of drawers featuring a serpentine front, three drawers with brass handles, and a scalloped apron.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleMaltese Rococo
  • MaterialOlive Wood, Brass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Scalloped apron, Ornate brass escutcheons, Cabriole feet
  • SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 133 cm (52 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

FAQs

Eighteenth-century Maltese furniture frequently incorporates Continental influences, particularly Italian Baroque and French Rococo styles, characterised by curvilinear silhouettes, serpentine fronts, and native olive wood veneers.

Craftsmen typically utilised native olive wood and fruitwood veneers over pine or oak carcases, complemented by cast brass handles and decorative escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints, original iron lock mechanisms, hand-sawn secondary timbers, and natural patination around brass hardware.

Position the piece as a focal point in an entryway or living space, paired with modern abstract artwork or minimalist lighting to contrast against the patterned timber grain.

Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste annually, keeping the item away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels to prevent timber movement.
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