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Rare Early Heals of London Antique Solid Oak Owl Cabinet
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Rare Early Heals of London Antique Solid Oak Owl Cabinet

1900 - 1920
Sold 26 September 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Rare Early Heals of London Antique Solid Oak Owl Cabinet

A superb high quality, Edwardian oak very rare antique owl cabinet / tallboy by Heals of London around 1900. A very scarce model and this one is in such fabulous, original condition. Featuring two Owl cupboard doors to the top with the round owl applied panels, beneath are four, long and graduating drawers, all four run smoothly and have the original handles. To the top of this rare Heals Owl cabinet is a lovely moulded cornice with rounded corners. It stands on square legs and is a beautiful, original rich even colour. A very rare early piece of Heals of London furniture.

Dimensions

Height: 140cm (55.56")

Width: 80cm (31.75")

Depth: 47.5cm (18.85")

Physical Dimensions
Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Declaration

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Tallboy to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167920
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Rare Early Heals of London Antique Solid Oak Owl Cabinet
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A superb high quality, Edwardian oak very rare antique owl cabinet / tallboy by Heals of London around 1900.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

A very scarce model and this one is in such fabulous, original condition. Featuring two Owl cupboard doors to the top with the round owl applied panels, beneath are four, long and graduating drawers, all four run smoothly and have the original handles. To the top of this rare Heals Owl cabinet is a lovely moulded cornice with rounded corners. It stands on square legs and is a beautiful, original rich even colour. A very rare early piece of Heals of London furniture.

Dimensions

Height: 140cm (55.56")

Width: 80cm (31.75")

Depth: 47.5cm (18.85")

Height
140cm (55.12")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
47.5cm (18.70")
Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Tallboy to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1167920
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

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Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Early Heals of London Antique Solid Oak Owl Cabinet

Archive II A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. View II
Archive III A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. View III
Archive IV A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. View IV
Archive V A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. View V
Archive VI A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. View VI
Archive VII A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs. View VII
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A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs.
Rare Early Heals of London Antique Solid Oak Owl Cabinet
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A front-facing view of a tall antique solid oak cabinet featuring a pair of upper cabinet doors with circular wood carvings above four graduating drawers with turned wooden knobs.
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  • ObjectTallboy Cabinet
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialSolid Oak
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsCircular door carvings, Turned wooden drawer pulls, Exposed wood grain, Rectilinear framing
  • SizeH 140 cm (55 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 47.5 cm (19 in)

The Arts and Crafts movement, prominent from the late 19th to early 20th century, emphasised traditional craftsmanship, simple forms, and the natural aesthetic of materials like solid oak without excessive ornamentation.

Pieces from this era were typically constructed using solid native timbers such as oak, walnut, and chestnut, featuring traditional joinery techniques like dovetailing and mortise and tenon joints.

Authenticity is identified through construction hallmarks such as hand-cut dovetails, tool marks, makers marks or stamps, natural patination, and the use of solid timber rather than modern veneers.

Position the piece against a neutral wall to highlight its natural wood grain, allowing it to serve as a grounding focal point that contrasts cleanly with contemporary minimalist decor.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally applying natural beeswax to nourish the wood, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations.
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