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Highly Carved Green Man Style Oak Wellington Chest C.1900
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Highly Carved Green Man Style Oak Wellington Chest C.1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 June 2025 · The Old Cinema
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A tall antique Wellington chest in dark oak, British c.1900. The front is decorated with deeply carved scrolling foliage and stylised Green Man masks, continuing down each drawer front and flanking pilaster. The seven drawers are secured by a hinged locking stile, typical of the Wellington format. Carved detail continues to the top rail and base moulding. A narrow yet capacious form, ideal for vertical storage in smaller spaces.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
66.5cm (26.18")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Carved Oak Wellington Chest to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1144798
Dealers Internal Reference
46939
Description
A tall antique Wellington chest in dark oak, British c.1900.
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The front is decorated with deeply carved scrolling foliage and stylised Green Man masks, continuing down each drawer front and flanking pilaster.
The Old Cinema

The seven drawers are secured by a hinged locking stile, typical of the Wellington format. Carved detail continues to the top rail and base moulding. A narrow yet capacious form, ideal for vertical storage in smaller spaces.

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
66.5cm (26.18")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Carved Oak Wellington Chest to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1144798
Dealers Internal Ref
46939
The Old Cinema
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Highly Carved Green Man Style Oak Wellington Chest C.1900

Archive II A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques. View II
Archive III A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques. View III
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Archive V A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques. View V
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Archive X A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques. View X
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W4 1PR
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A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques.
Highly Carved Green Man Style Oak Wellington Chest c.1900
Ref: SA1144798
A tall, narrow carved oak Wellington chest featuring seven drawers adorned with foliage and Green Man motifs, bordered by carved side appliques.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGreen Man carvings, Foliate relief, Side locking stile, Fluted mouldings
  • SizeH 112 cm (44 in) x W 66.5 cm (26 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

FAQs

The Wellington chest originated in the early 19th century, traditionally characterised by its tall, narrow proportions and a hinged locking stile secured with a padlock or bar to protect valuable documents and clothing.

These pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction and often elaborate hand-carved detailing applied to the exterior frame.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the timber grain, hand-cut joinery, traditional drawer linings, and natural patination, along with the correct functioning of the side-locking mechanism which should display appropriate period wear.

Pair the dark wood and ornate carvings with minimalist surroundings and neutral walls to let the piece serve as a striking focal point, balancing historical weight with clean, modern lines.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, and periodically apply traditional beeswax to nourish the wood and preserve its natural finish.
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