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Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Storage, Cot Drawer, Neoclassical, Victorian
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Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Storage, Cot Drawer, Neoclassical, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique chest of drawers. An English, mahogany storage piece with cot drawer in Neoclassical taste, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

Fine-quality storage chest, with superb Neoclassical taste and craftsmanship

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Graced with flame drawer fascia and warm caramel hues

Fascinating, deep plinth top with gently rolled edges

Arranged as three wide drawers, graduated in height

Distinctive lower 'cot' drawer offering 13' of internal storage height

The drawer size being perfect for a new-born baby in the Victorian period

Each dressed with oval drop handles on decorated backplates

Circular lock escutcheons to each — untested, keys absent

Upper drawer engraved to the base with the initials R.T

The whole riding smoothly upon castors, inset to broad bun feet

This is a delightful antique chest of drawers, with a graceful Neoclassical form and fascinating function. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 94cm (37'')

Max Depth: 50cm (19.75'')

Max Height: 92cm (36.25'')

Drawer Width: 83cm (32.75'')

Drawer Depth: 42cm (16.5'')

Drawer 1 Height: 13cm (5'')

Drawer 2 Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Drawer 3 Height: 33cm (13'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1118799
Dealers Internal Reference
24999
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Description
This is an antique chest of drawers.
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An English, mahogany storage piece with cot drawer in Neoclassical taste, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.
London Fine Antiques

Fine-quality storage chest, with superb Neoclassical taste and craftsmanship

fig 1. An English antique mahogany chest featuring three drawers with oval brass handles resting on turned bun feet.
fig 1. Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Storage, Cot Drawer, Neoclassical, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout

Graced with flame drawer fascia and warm caramel hues

Fascinating, deep plinth top with gently rolled edges

fig 2. An English antique mahogany chest featuring three drawers with oval brass handles resting on turned bun feet.
fig 2. Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Storage, Cot Drawer, Neoclassical, Victorian

Arranged as three wide drawers, graduated in height

Distinctive lower 'cot' drawer offering 13' of internal storage height

The drawer size being perfect for a new-born baby in the Victorian period

Each dressed with oval drop handles on decorated backplates

fig 3. An English antique mahogany chest featuring three drawers with oval brass handles resting on turned bun feet.
fig 3. Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Storage, Cot Drawer, Neoclassical, Victorian

Circular lock escutcheons to each — untested, keys absent

Upper drawer engraved to the base with the initials R.T

The whole riding smoothly upon castors, inset to broad bun feet

This is a delightful antique chest of drawers, with a graceful Neoclassical form and fascinating function. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. An English antique mahogany chest featuring three drawers with oval brass handles resting on turned bun feet.
fig 4. Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Storage, Cot Drawer, Neoclassical, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 94cm (37'')

Max Depth: 50cm (19.75'')

Max Height: 92cm (36.25'')

Drawer Width: 83cm (32.75'')

Drawer Depth: 42cm (16.5'')

Drawer 1 Height: 13cm (5'')

Drawer 2 Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Drawer 3 Height: 33cm (13'')

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Antique Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1118799
Dealers Internal Ref
24999
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Chests of drawers from the Neoclassical and Victorian eras prioritize balanced symmetry, functional proportion, and fine cabinetmaking. They typically feature solid wood construction, flame veneers, cockbeaded drawer edges, and classical brass hardware or turned handles.

English 19th-century chests were predominantly crafted from solid mahogany or oak for structural stability, often finished with flame mahogany veneers. Drawer linings frequently used pine or oak, fitted with pressed or cast brass bail handles.

Authentic 19th-century chests exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, irregular tool marks on unexposed rear panels, and natural wear around handle mounts and drawer runners. Original keyholes often feature brass escutcheons alongside cast locks.

A Victorian chest serves as a focal piece when placed in a hallway, bedroom, or living area. Anchoring the piece with contemporary ceramics or modern framed artwork creates a balanced contrast between historical timber tones and minimalist modern decor.

Dust regularly using a dry, soft microfibre cloth following the natural grain of the wood. Periodically apply a quality beeswax polish to nourish the timber and maintain the protective finish, avoiding silicone sprays and direct heat sources.
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