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Antique C.1900 Large Pitch Pine Wellington Chest of 7 Drawers – Fine Quality
For sale by Prior and Willis
for sale €1,633     $1,773
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Antique C.1900 Large Pitch Pine Wellington Chest of 7 Drawers – Fine Quality

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique c.1900 Pitch pine Wellington Chest of Drawers – Large Capacious Form, 7 Drawers

A substantial c.1900 pitch pine chest of drawers, full of lovely age, colour, and patina. While this rare decorative find offers a highly practical, capacious design that is rich in charm and character, it makes a wonderful practical and aesthetic addition to the right setting. Its simple yet robust construction gives it strong period presence and everyday usability.

Features & Craftsmanship

Circa 1900

Pitch pine construction

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Large, capacious design

Drawers slide freely

Later handles (still antique period)

Condition

Good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, or alterations consistent with period furniture.

No woodworm

Dimensions

Width: 79 cm

Height: 142 cm

Depth: 42 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8930

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Competitive UK & international door-to-door shipping available

A tall and practical antique chest of drawers with a strong presence that offers generous storage and authentic period character.

Physical Dimensions
Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Pitch Pine Wellington Chest to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209750
Dealers Internal Reference
8930
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique c.1900 Pitch pine Wellington Chest of Drawers – Large Capacious Form, 7 Drawers

A substantial c.1900 pitch pine chest of drawers, full of lovely age, colour, and patina.

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While this rare decorative find offers a highly practical, capacious design that is rich in charm and character, it makes a wonderful practical and aesthetic addition to the right setting.
Prior and Willis

Its simple yet robust construction gives it strong period presence and everyday usability.

fig 1. A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet.
fig 1. Antique C.1900 Large Pitch Pine Wellington Chest of 7 Drawers – Fine Quality

Features & Craftsmanship

Circa 1900

Pitch pine construction

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Large, capacious design

Drawers slide freely

Later handles (still antique period)

Condition

Good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, or alterations consistent with period furniture.

fig 2. A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet.
fig 2. Antique C.1900 Large Pitch Pine Wellington Chest of 7 Drawers – Fine Quality

No woodworm

Dimensions

Width: 79 cm

Height: 142 cm

Depth: 42 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8930

30-day money-back guarantee

Competitive UK & international door-to-door shipping available

A tall and practical antique chest of drawers with a strong presence that offers generous storage and authentic period character.

Height
142cm (55.91")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Pitch Pine Wellington Chest to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209750
Dealers Internal Ref
8930
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Archive I A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet.

Antique C.1900 Large Pitch Pine Wellington Chest of 7 Drawers – Fine Quality

Archive II A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View II
Archive III A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View III
Archive IV A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View IV
Archive V A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View V
Archive VI A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View VI
Archive VII A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View VII
Archive VIII A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View VIII
Archive IX A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet. View IX
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Prior and Willis
Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jan 2015
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A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet.
Antique c.1900 Large Pitch Pine Wellington Chest of 7 Drawers – Fine Quality
Ref: SA1209750
A tall antique pitch pine Wellington chest featuring seven drawers fitted with metal cup handles, fluted side pilasters, and a plinth base supported by turned feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPitch Pine, Metal
  • ColourWarm Amber
  • MotifsFluted pilasters, Cup handles, Plinth base, Turned feet
  • SizeH 142 cm (56 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

This large Victorian Wellington chest of drawers originates from circa 1900 and is constructed from pitch pine with a warm amber timber tone. The tall, capacious form measures 142 cm high, 79 cm wide, and 42 cm deep, offering seven horizontal drawers arranged vertically. Each drawer includes a later antique metal cup handle fixed centrally, while the frame incorporates vertical fluted pilasters on either side. The piece rests upon a solid plinth base supported by small turned feet, and the exterior displays visible historic wear, marks, and knocks consistent with period furniture. In a modern home, this practical storage unit serves well within a bedroom, hallway, or dressing area for organizing everyday items. The robust construction provides everyday usability while adding traditional character and strong period presence to an interior space.

FAQs

Named after the Duke of Wellington following his victory at Waterloo, a Wellington chest is a tall, narrow chest of drawers typically fitted with a hinged side flap that locks all drawers simultaneously.

Victorian craftsmen used pitch pine for its high resin content, strength, and prominent grain pattern, constructing chests with dovetailed drawer joints and solid timber backboards.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut or early machine dovetail joinery, a vertical locking side flap along one pilaster, solid drawer linings, and genuine age-related patination around the handles.

Position the chest in a hallway, bedroom alcove, or study to provide vertical storage while bringing warm timber tones and architectural structure to a modern room scheme.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply clear beeswax polish once or twice per year to preserve the timber finish, avoiding exposure to central heating sources or moist environments.
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