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19th Century Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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19th Century Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers

19th century
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Description

A fine mid-19th century walnut tall chest of drawers, circa 1860.

This elegant piece is crafted in two stacking sections for ease of transport and features seven drawers, each faced with beautifully figured walnut veneers and divided by contrasting ebonised mouldings.

The rich grain patterns and warm colouring highlight the quality of the timber.

All drawers retain their original brass escutcheons and are operated by a single working key that fits every lock.

The chest stands on turned front feet and bracket rear supports.

W 101cm (40")

D 50cm (19.5")

H 159cm (62.5")

Physical Dimensions
Height
159cm (62.60")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Burr Walnut Tallboy Chest to the 1860s.

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SA1179187
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NNE251114C
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Description
A fine mid-19th century walnut tall chest of drawers, circa 1860.

This elegant piece is crafted in two stacking sections for ease of transport and features seven drawers, each faced with beautifully figured walnut veneers and divided by contrasting ebonised mouldings.

fig 1. A tall 19th-century burr walnut chest of drawers featuring seven graduated drawers with brass escutcheons and ebonised mouldings set on turned front feet.
fig 1. 19th Century Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers

The rich grain patterns and warm colouring highlight the quality of the timber.

“
All drawers retain their original brass escutcheons and are operated by a single working key that fits every lock.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

The chest stands on turned front feet and bracket rear supports.

W 101cm (40")

D 50cm (19.5")

H 159cm (62.5")

Height
159cm (62.60")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Burr Walnut Tallboy Chest to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179187
Dealers Internal Ref
NNE251114C
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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A tall 19th-century burr walnut chest of drawers featuring seven graduated drawers with brass escutcheons and ebonised mouldings set on turned front feet.
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A 19th-century walnut tallboy, often configured as a semainier or tall chest, is a vertical case piece featuring multiple stacked drawers designed to maximise storage efficiency while utilising a compact floor footprint. During the 19th century, cabinetmakers frequently applied highly figured burr walnut veneers over oak or pine carcasses, accented with ebonised mouldings and brass hardware.

These chests typically feature hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, solid wood drawer linings, and hand-applied burr walnut veneers. Architectural elements often include ebonised wood mouldings, turned or bracket feet, and cast brass escutcheons framing steel lock mechanisms.

Authentic period pieces show evidence of hand-planed secondary timbers on drawer sides and backs, original steel locks with brass escutcheons, and natural shrink gaps in the veneer consistent with age. Smooth, uniform machine-cut dovetails or modern synthetic finishes indicate a later reproduction.

A tall walnut chest provides vertical scale and grain contrast when placed against contemporary painted panelling or neutral walls in modern bedrooms, hallways, or dressing areas. Pairing the timber with minimal brass lighting or structured linen textiles balances the traditional decorative woodwork.

Position the chest away from direct sunlight, radiators, and active heat sources to prevent the wood veneer from drying out or lifting. Clean surfaces using a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, wiping along the grain.
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