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Mid Victorian Walnut Secretaire Wellington Chest
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Mid Victorian Walnut Secretaire Wellington Chest

19th century
Sold 19 December 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A quality late Victorian figured walnut six drawer secretaire Wellington chest in superb original condition c.1870. Figured walnut top sat over seven graduated drawers all with solid ash lined interiors; the drawer fronts with figured walnut veneers and original turned knobs. The centre two drawers pulling out and the front falling to form a writing surface with green baized surface; fitted drawers and pigeon holes to the rear. Molded plinth to the base and figured walnut sides. Pilasters to each side of the drawers with carved corbels to the top, plus the right pilaster forming locking bar for the drawers with working lock and key. Presented in excellent condition with a rich unfaded colour and deep polish. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 23" wide x 14" deep x 49" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
58.5cm (23.03")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Walnut Wellington Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1181704
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 42439
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Description
A quality late Victorian figured walnut six drawer secretaire Wellington chest in superb original condition c.1870.
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Figured walnut top sat over seven graduated drawers all with solid ash lined interiors; the drawer fronts with figured walnut veneers and original turned knobs.
Sturmans Antiques

The centre two drawers pulling out and the front falling to form a writing surface with green baized surface; fitted drawers and pigeon holes to the rear. Molded plinth to the base and figured walnut sides. Pilasters to each side of the drawers with carved corbels to the top, plus the right pilaster forming locking bar for the drawers with working lock and key. Presented in excellent condition with a rich unfaded colour and deep polish. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 23" wide x 14" deep x 49" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
58.5cm (23.03")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Walnut Wellington Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181704
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 42439
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

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Archive I A tall, narrow mid-Victorian walnut Wellington chest featuring multiple graduated drawers flanked by carved corbels. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Mid Victorian Walnut Secretaire Wellington Chest

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Archive IV A tall, narrow mid-Victorian walnut Wellington chest featuring multiple graduated drawers flanked by carved corbels. View IV
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
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A tall, narrow mid-Victorian walnut Wellington chest featuring multiple graduated drawers flanked by carved corbels.
Mid Victorian Walnut Secretaire Wellington Chest
Ref: SA1181704
A tall, narrow mid-Victorian walnut Wellington chest featuring multiple graduated drawers flanked by carved corbels.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Pine, Mahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved corbels, Turned wooden knobs, Graduated drawers, Hinged locking pilaster
  • SizeH 124.5 cm (49 in) x W 58.5 cm (23 in) x D 35.5 cm (14 in)

A Wellington chest is a tall, narrow set of drawers traditionally featuring a hinged locking stile on one side that secures all the drawers simultaneously with a single padlock or lock.

These chests were predominantly constructed from solid pine or oak carcases, veneered in figured timbers such as walnut or mahogany, and finished with turned wooden knobs.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, period-appropriate timber patination, traditional secondary woods like oak or pine inside, and a fully functional hinged locking side pilaster.

Because of its compact footprint and vertical orientation, a Wellington chest fits well in narrow walls, hallways, or compact bedrooms, functioning effectively as a statement storage piece paired with minimalist decor.

Preserve the finish by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber.
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