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Antique Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers C.1880
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Antique Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers C.1880

19th century
Sold 30 April 2025 · Founders Antiques
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A refined Victorian chest of drawers crafted in richly toned satinwood, featuring two short over four graduated long drawers, each retaining its original pressed copper art nouveau handles. The richly figured top is particularly striking, framed by a moulded edge.

A characterful and highly functional piece, with its bright, honeyed timber bringing a sense of light to a room, making it ideal for use in a bedroom, dressing room or guest space — or even as a striking hall or landing feature with real utility.

Presented in very good antique condition with a pleasing aged patina and some light surface wear. There is a slight age-related split to one side as shown, purely cosmetic. Most drawer locks not present. Structurally sound, beautifully clean and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1880.

H: 136.5 W: 122.5 D: 53.5 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
136.5cm (53.74")
Width
122.5cm (48.23")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA1139478
Dealers Internal Reference
3455
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Description
A refined Victorian chest of drawers crafted in richly toned satinwood, featuring two short over four graduated long drawers, each retaining its original pressed copper art nouveau handles. The richly figured top is particularly striking, framed by a moulded edge.
fig 1. A straight-front Victorian satinwood chest of drawers featuring two small upper drawers above four graduating long drawers fitted with brass drop handles.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers C.1880

A characterful and highly functional piece, with its bright, honeyed timber bringing a sense of light to a room, making it ideal for use in a bedroom, dressing room or guest space — or even as a striking hall or landing feature with real utility.

fig 2. A straight-front Victorian satinwood chest of drawers featuring two small upper drawers above four graduating long drawers fitted with brass drop handles.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers C.1880

Presented in very good antique condition with a pleasing aged patina and some light surface wear. There is a slight age-related split to one side as shown, purely cosmetic. Most drawer locks not present. Structurally sound, beautifully clean and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1880.

H: 136.5 W: 122.5 D: 53.5 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers to the Victorian era.

Height
136.5cm (53.74")
Width
122.5cm (48.23")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1139478
Dealers Internal Ref
3455
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A straight-front Victorian satinwood chest of drawers featuring two small upper drawers above four graduating long drawers fitted with brass drop handles.
Antique Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers c.1880
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Pine
  • ColourGolden Yellow
  • MotifsGraduating drawers, Brass drop handles, Key escutcheons, Plinth base
  • SizeH 136.5 cm (54 in) x W 122.5 cm (48 in) x D 53.5 cm (21 in)

FAQs

Satinwood gained significant popularity during the 19th century, particularly in the Victorian era, prized for its lustrous, golden sheen and fine grain. Cabinet makers used it to create refined pieces for affluent households, often contrasting it with darker woods like mahogany or rosewood.

Authentic period pieces typically feature solid timber carcasses with secondary woods such as pine or oak used for drawer linings and internal framing. Construction methods included hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers and solid backboards, reflecting traditional craftsmanship.

Authenticity is determined by examining construction details such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage, patina accumulated over decades, and period-appropriate hardware like brass drop handles and working brass escutcheons.

A period chest of drawers functions well as a focal point in a contemporary bedroom or hallway, pairing effectively with minimalist decor to highlight its warm wood tones and historical craftsmanship.

Preservation requires maintaining stable room humidity away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the wood from splitting. Surfaces should be cleaned using a soft, dry cloth and treated occasionally with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone sprays.
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