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Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers
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Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

1900 - 1920
Sold 8 June 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
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Description

This antique 20th century oak chest of drawers is a truly unique and desirable piece that perfectly blends functionality and style. Crafted from oak, it boasts a rich, warm grain and stunning natural colour that brings warmth and character to any space.

The chest is of good quality, standing gracefully on turned legs and beautifully decorated with delicate beading that adds a touch of sophistication.

Featuring four drawers, each adorned with its original brass dropper handles, this chest offers ample storage. However, what truly sets it apart is its cleverly designed lift-up top, revealing a hidden mirror and multiple storage compartments inside. This versatile feature adds both practicality and a hint of surprise, making it ideal for use as a dressing chest or for stowing treasured items.

In good condition, this chest of drawers combines traditional craftsmanship with an inventive design, making it a standout addition to any home. A highly desirable and unique piece that’s sure to capture attention and provide both beauty and functionality.

Product Reference : AF - 4041

Measurements : 86.5cm Width x 46cm Depth x 112cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Oak Chest of Drawers to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1145635
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-4041
Description
This antique 20th century oak chest of drawers is a truly unique and desirable piece that perfectly blends functionality and style.
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Crafted from oak, it boasts a rich, warm grain and stunning natural colour that brings warmth and character to any space.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

The chest is of good quality, standing gracefully on turned legs and beautifully decorated with delicate beading that adds a touch of sophistication.

Featuring four drawers, each adorned with its original brass dropper handles, this chest offers ample storage. However, what truly sets it apart is its cleverly designed lift-up top, revealing a hidden mirror and multiple storage compartments inside. This versatile feature adds both practicality and a hint of surprise, making it ideal for use as a dressing chest or for stowing treasured items.

fig 2. An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

In good condition, this chest of drawers combines traditional craftsmanship with an inventive design, making it a standout addition to any home. A highly desirable and unique piece that’s sure to capture attention and provide both beauty and functionality.

fig 3. An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

Product Reference : AF - 4041

Measurements : 86.5cm Width x 46cm Depth x 112cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 4. An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 5. An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 6. An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
fig 6. Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 7. An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
fig 7. Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest of Drawers

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Oak Chest of Drawers to the Edwardian era.

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145635
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-4041
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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An antique dark oak chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and beaded trim details.
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Chest Of Drawers
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDrop handles, Beaded trim, Quarter-sawn grain, Turned legs
  • SizeH 112 cm (44 in) x W 86.5 cm (34 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

Twentieth-century oak chests often reflect traditional craftsmanship, drawing inspiration from earlier periods like Jacobean or Arts and Crafts movements, prioritising sturdy construction and prominent wood grain.

These pieces are typically built using solid oak or quarter-sawn oak veneers, featuring traditional joinery such as dovetail joints on the drawers and panelled backs.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut or early machine-cut dovetails, period-appropriate brass or bronze hardware, signs of natural ageing in the timber, and construction hallmarks consistent with early-to-mid 20th-century cabinet making.

Contrast the rich, dark timber with minimalist contemporary decor, clean-lined mirrors, or modern ceramic lamps to create a balanced, eclectic aesthetic.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking. Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and periodically apply quality beeswax to nourish the finish.
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