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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Chest of Drawers
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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Chest of Drawers

19th century
Sold 14 January 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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A superb antique Victorian burr walnut Wellington chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1850-1870’s.

It is of absolutely amazing quality and is much larger than most Wellington chests, but still slim. It has stunning burr walnut grain patterns, beautifully turned handles and lovely carved corbels at the top and bottom. It has the usual locking mechanism seen on Wellington chests on one side, and an additional hinged flap on the other side due to its size. The drawers run smoothly and have fine, hand cut dovetailed joints.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. There is just some minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there, overall this has a gorgeous patina.

This has to be the nicest Wellington chest I have seen & I believe it’s the best example out there.

Width – 24 inches , 60 cm

Depth – 18 inches , 46 cm

Height – 60 inches , 152 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Chest to the 1850s.

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SA1152166
Dealers Internal Reference
10624
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Description
A superb antique Victorian burr walnut Wellington chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1850-1870’s.

It is of absolutely amazing quality and is much larger than most Wellington chests, but still slim.

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It has stunning burr walnut grain patterns, beautifully turned handles and lovely carved corbels at the top and bottom.
Marylebone Antiques

It has the usual locking mechanism seen on Wellington chests on one side, and an additional hinged flap on the other side due to its size. The drawers run smoothly and have fine, hand cut dovetailed joints.

fig 1. A tall, narrow Victorian Wellington chest of drawers crafted from highly figured burr walnut, featuring graduated drawers and a locking side stile.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Chest of Drawers

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. There is just some minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there, overall this has a gorgeous patina.

This has to be the nicest Wellington chest I have seen & I believe it’s the best example out there.

Width – 24 inches , 60 cm

Depth – 18 inches , 46 cm

Height – 60 inches , 152 cm

Height
152cm (59.84")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Chest to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152166
Dealers Internal Ref
10624
Marylebone Antiques
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Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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A tall, narrow Victorian Wellington chest of drawers crafted from highly figured burr walnut, featuring graduated drawers and a locking side stile.
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Chest of Drawers
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Pine, Walnut
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Locking side stile, Carved corbels, Turned wooden knobs
  • SizeH 152 cm (60 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

FAQs

A Wellington chest is a tall, narrow set of drawers traditionally featuring a hinged locking stile on one side that secures all the drawers at once. Popularized during the Victorian era, its compact vertical design was originally devised to maximise storage space in smaller London townhouses and dressing rooms.

These chests are typically constructed from a pine or softwood carcass, heavily veneered with highly figured burr walnut, mahogany, or rosewood. Traditional construction methods involve hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer boxes and a locking mechanism operated via a key through a side-mounted pilaster.

Authenticity is identified by inspecting the secondary timbers used inside the drawers, such as oak or pine, and checking for hand-cut dovetailing. Genuine period pieces will exhibit natural timber shrinkage, hand-turned wooden knob handles, and authentic patination on the veneer surfaces.

The vertical proportions make these chests ideal for narrow wall spaces, hallways, or beside a fireplace where floor space is limited. Pair the rich wood grain with minimalist contemporary decor to highlight the historical craftsmanship as a focal point.

Burr walnut veneer requires protection from direct sunlight to prevent fading and drying of the timber. Maintain a stable indoor humidity level and nourish the wood periodically with high-quality beeswax, avoiding silicone-based polishes or excessive moisture.
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