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C19th Birch Narrow Wardrobe
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C19th Birch Narrow Wardrobe

19th century
Sold 4 November 2025 · Antiques Decorative
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Description

Victorian satin birch (hall) wardrobe of narrow proportions, the cornice over upper section of2 panel doors enclosing hanging space, the base of 2 drawers and raised on plinth base.

(indistinctly signed and dated 1897)

Physical Dimensions
Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Antiques Decorative has dated this 19th Century Birch Wardrobe to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172994
Description
Victorian satin birch (hall) wardrobe of narrow proportions, the cornice over upper section of2 panel doors enclosing hanging space, the base of 2 drawers and raised on plinth base.

(indistinctly signed and dated 1897)

Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated this 19th Century Birch Wardrobe to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172994
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Antiques Decorative
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

With over 30 years in the london antiques world, I have since established a dealership supplying the trade and private clients.

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A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

C19th Birch Narrow Wardrobe

Archive II A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View II
Archive III A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View III
Archive IV A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View IV
Archive V A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View V
Archive VI A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View VI
Archive VII A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View VII
Archive VIII A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View VIII
Archive IX A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View IX
Archive X A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View X
Archive XI A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View XI
Archive XII A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View XII
Archive XIII A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles. View XIII
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Location
136 Battersea Business Centre
99 Lavender Hill
London
SW11 5QL
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jdrake
Verified Since Mar 2015
Items For Sale 138
Items Sold 1,090
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Location: 136 Battersea Business Centre, 99 Lavender Hill, London, SW11 5QL, United Kingdom
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A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles.
C19th Birch Narrow Wardrobe
Ref: SA1172994
A tall, narrow 19th-century birch wardrobe featuring two panelled doors above two exterior drawers with brass drop handles.
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  • ObjectWardrobes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBirch, Brass
  • ColourHoney Brown
  • MotifsPanelled doors, Corniced top, Dovetailed drawers, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 205 cm (81 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

A 19th-century birch wardrobe is a tall storage cabinet designed for hanging and storing garments, constructed primarily from birch timber during the 1800s, often featuring panelled doors and lower drawer units.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid regional timbers such as birch, oak, or mahogany, often complemented by secondary softwoods for internal framing and brass or iron hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, pegged or mortise-and-tenon construction, timber shrinkage consistent with age, and traditional hand-planed surfaces rather than modern machine tooling.

An antique wooden wardrobe functions effectively as a focal storage piece in contemporary bedrooms or hallways, contrasting clean modern lines with organic warmth and historic texture.

Preserve antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels.
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