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George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest
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George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest

18th century
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George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest

Item Code: S27-750A

A handsome and well-proportioned George II chest on chest, beautifully veneered in richly figured burr walnut and displaying excellent colour and patina throughout. This fine early–mid 18th century piece combines elegant proportions with generous storage, making it both practical and visually refined.

The upper section is fitted with two short drawers over three graduated long drawers, all finely crossbanded and retaining attractive period brass handles and escutcheons. The lower chest is fitted with a further three graduated long drawers, continuing the balanced and harmonious design. The whole is framed by fluted canted corners and finished with a moulded cornice above and a shaped bracket foot base below, all consistent with George II period taste.

Crafted with quality materials and strong construction, this chest on chest demonstrates the restrained elegance and fine veneers typical of the George II period.

Key Features:

* Authentic George II chest on chest

* Richly figured burr walnut veneers throughout

* Upper section with two short drawers over three long drawers

* Lower section with three graduated long drawers

* Period brass handles and escutcheons

* Fluted canted corners

* Moulded cornice and shaped bracket feet

* Good colour, surface, and overall antique condition

Dimensions:

* Width: 109cm

* Depth: 53cm

* Height: 191cm

A fine and elegant George II chest on chest, offering excellent storage, refined proportions, and timeless Georgian character, ideal for a traditional interior.

Physical Dimensions
Height
191cm (75.20")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

FB Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Chest on Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1188823
Dealers Internal Reference
S27-750A
Description
George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest

Item Code: S27-750A

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A handsome and well-proportioned George II chest on chest, beautifully veneered in richly figured burr walnut and displaying excellent colour and patina throughout.
FB Antiques

This fine early–mid 18th century piece combines elegant proportions with generous storage, making it both practical and visually refined.

fig 1. A George II burr walnut chest on chest featuring two stacked drawer sections with brass handles, reeded angles, and bracket feet.
fig 1. George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest

The upper section is fitted with two short drawers over three graduated long drawers, all finely crossbanded and retaining attractive period brass handles and escutcheons. The lower chest is fitted with a further three graduated long drawers, continuing the balanced and harmonious design. The whole is framed by fluted canted corners and finished with a moulded cornice above and a shaped bracket foot base below, all consistent with George II period taste.

fig 2. A George II burr walnut chest on chest featuring two stacked drawer sections with brass handles, reeded angles, and bracket feet.
fig 2. George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest

Crafted with quality materials and strong construction, this chest on chest demonstrates the restrained elegance and fine veneers typical of the George II period.

Key Features:

Authentic George II chest on chest

fig 3. A George II burr walnut chest on chest featuring two stacked drawer sections with brass handles, reeded angles, and bracket feet.
fig 3. George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest

Richly figured burr walnut veneers throughout

Upper section with two short drawers over three long drawers

Lower section with three graduated long drawers

Period brass handles and escutcheons

Fluted canted corners

fig 4. A George II burr walnut chest on chest featuring two stacked drawer sections with brass handles, reeded angles, and bracket feet.
fig 4. George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest

Moulded cornice and shaped bracket feet

Good colour, surface, and overall antique condition

Dimensions:

Width: 109cm

Depth: 53cm

Height: 191cm

A fine and elegant George II chest on chest, offering excellent storage, refined proportions, and timeless Georgian character, ideal for a traditional interior.

Height
191cm (75.20")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Chest on Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1188823
Dealers Internal Ref
S27-750A
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A George II burr walnut chest on chest featuring two stacked drawer sections with brass handles, reeded angles, and bracket feet.
George II Burr Walnut Chest on Chest
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A George II burr walnut chest on chest featuring two stacked drawer sections with brass handles, reeded angles, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge II
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Brass drop handles, Fluted pilasters, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 191 cm (75 in) x W 109 cm (43 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This George II chest on chest is veneered in richly figured burr walnut with a warm brown colour and antique patina. The upper section comprises two short drawers above three graduated long drawers, while the lower section provides an additional three graduated long drawers. Details include crossbanding, period brass drop handles, escutcheons, fluted canted corners, a moulded cornice, and shaped bracket feet. The dimensions measure 191 cm high, 109 cm wide, and 53 cm deep. Suitably sized for a bedroom, dressing room, or traditional hallway, this Georgian piece provides generous storage space while maintaining a refined profile. The walnut grain and brass hardware contribute a classic English country house aesthetic. It sits firmly on bracket feet, offering stability and a grounded stance in a domestic interior.

FAQs

A chest on chest, also known as a tallboy, is a vertical piece of storage furniture consisting of two stacked chests of drawers designed to minimise floor space while maximizing vertical capacity.

Georgian examples were commonly veneered in figured timbers such as burr walnut, featuring oak or pine drawer linings along with cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic George II pieces feature hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original secondary timbers, crossbanded drawer fronts, fluted corner details, and period bracket feet.

Position a walnut tallboy as a focal point in a hallway or bedroom, balancing its deep wood tones against contemporary artwork and light neutral wall paint.

Position the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber movement, dusting regularly with a microfibre cloth and applying clear beeswax sparingly.
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