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An Early 18th Century Burr Walnut Jewelery Chest.
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An Early 18th Century Burr Walnut Jewelery Chest.

18th century
Sold 7 February 2025 · Youngs Antiques
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A small early 18th century English queen anne period jewelery chest, constrcuted from oak and veneered in burr walnut. The chest consists of 7 drawers around a central door with compartment behind, the form of the chest is very much designed and based on the late 17thC - early 18th century bureau, which many were veneered in walnut, yew and other figurative timbers.

The little table chest has a lovely surface patina with rich orange, red and brown hues, and it is in excellent condition and ready to put your keepsakes in.

Measurements Height 20cm x Length 40.8cm x Depth 21.2cm.

Date of Manufacture

Youngs Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Jewellery Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
40.8cm (16.06")
Depth
21.2cm (8.35")
Reference Numbers
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SA1120712
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Description
A small early 18th century English queen anne period jewelery chest, constrcuted from oak and veneered in burr walnut. The chest consists of 7 drawers around a central door with compartment behind, the form of the chest is very much designed and based on the late 17thC - early 18th century bureau, which many were veneered in walnut, yew and other figurative timbers.
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The little table chest has a lovely surface patina with rich orange, red and brown hues, and it is in excellent condition and ready to put your keepsakes in.
Youngs Antiques

Measurements Height 20cm x Length 40.8cm x Depth 21.2cm.

Date of Manufacture

Youngs Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Jewellery Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
40.8cm (16.06")
Depth
21.2cm (8.35")
Reference Numbers
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SA1120712
Youngs Antiques
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An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

An Early 18th Century Burr Walnut Jewelery Chest.

Archive II An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View II
Archive III An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View III
Archive IV An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View IV
Archive V An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View V
Archive VI An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View VI
Archive VII An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View VII
Archive VIII An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View VIII
Archive IX An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View IX
Archive X An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View X
Archive XI An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View XI
Archive XII An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs. View XII
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An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs.
An early 18th century burr walnut jewelery chest.
Ref: SA1120712
An early 18th-century tabletop jewellery chest crafted from burr walnut veneer with multiple small drawers and turned wooden knobs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectJewellery Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleQueen Anne
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Turned wooden knobs, Multi-drawer configuration
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 40.8 cm (16 in) x D 21.2 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Burr walnut became exceptionally popular during the late 17th and early 18th centuries, particularly following the introduction of veneering techniques during the William and Mary and Queen Anne periods. Craftsmen prized the swirling, highly figured grain of the burr growth for luxury furniture and small decorative items.

These pieces typically feature thin veneers of burr walnut applied over a secondary timber substrate such as oak or pine, often incorporating feather banding or cross-banding. Construction commonly utilises hand-cut dovetails for the small drawers and traditional hide glues.

Authenticity is determined by examining the patination, hand-cut dovetails, secondary woods, and the type of veneer application. Period pieces show natural oxidisation, shrinkage cracks in the timber, and hand-wrought iron or brass fixings consistent with the era.

An antique burr walnut chest adds rich texture and historic depth when placed on a sideboard, desk, or console table in a contemporary room. It serves as a focal point that contrasts effectively with clean architectural lines and neutral modern palettes.

Preserve antique walnut by keeping it out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent the veneer from drying and lifting. Dust gently with a dry microfibre cloth and occasionally apply a pure beeswax polish to maintain the finish without sealing in moisture.
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