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19th-century Mahogany Chest-on-chest

19th century
Sold 14 April 2026 · Wilsford Antiques
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A 19th-century mahogany chest-on-chest with a moulded cornice above two short drawers and six long drawers, including a brushing slide, fitted with brass handles, and raised on bracket feet, measuring 112 cm wide, 54 cm deep, and 188 cm high.

Date of Manufacture

Wilsford Antiques has dated this Mahogany Chest on Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
188cm (74.02")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1193239
Dealers Internal Reference
R-0196
Description
A 19th-century mahogany chest-on-chest with a moulded cornice above two short drawers and six long drawers, including a brushing slide, fitted with brass handles, and raised on bracket feet, measuring 112 cm wide, 54 cm deep, and 188 cm high.
Date of Manufacture

Wilsford Antiques has dated this Mahogany Chest on Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
188cm (74.02")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1193239
Dealers Internal Ref
R-0196
Wilsford Antiques
Wilsford Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2024
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Archive I A nineteenth-century mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Wilsford Antiques

Wilsford Antiques
Telephone 07598 943763
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Unit 2B
Dean Farm
Wallop Business Park
Bent St.
Nether Wallop
Stockbridge
SO20 8EJ
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wilsfordantiques
Verified Since Jul 2024
Items For Sale 20
Items Sold 65
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Location: Unit 2B, Dean Farm, Wallop Business Park, Bent St., Nether Wallop, Stockbridge, SO20 8EJ, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A nineteenth-century mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and bracket feet.
19th-century Mahogany Chest-on-chest
Ref: SA1193239
A nineteenth-century mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTallboys & Chests on Chests
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Oak, Pine
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsBrass swing handles, Bracket feet, Dovetail joints, Dentil moulding
  • SizeH 188 cm (74 in) x W 112 cm (44 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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The chest on chest, often referred to as a tallboy, emerged in the late 17th century during the late Stuart period and remained popular throughout the Georgian era. It was designed to maximise vertical storage space within bedrooms while offering a formal, imposing aesthetic.

These cabinets are typically constructed using solid timber frames with mahogany veneers applied to secondary woods such as oak or pine. Traditional construction features include hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, tongue and groove panel backs, and mortise and tenon frames.

Authenticity is determined by examining drawer construction for hand-cut dovetails, checking for uniform timber shrinkage, inspecting the patination of the wood, and looking for period-appropriate brass hardware and locks.

A substantial wooden piece like a tallboy works well as a focal point in a bedroom or hallway, contrasting against neutral walls to highlight the rich grain of the timber. Pairing it with minimalist decor allows the historical craftsmanship to stand out without overcrowding the space.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the wood from drying out and splitting. Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally apply a traditional beeswax polish to nourish the finish.
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