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Early 18th Century Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers
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for sale €6,143     $6,668
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Early 18th Century Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers

18th century
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An early 18th century English walnut chest of drawers, the moulded top with geometric inlay enclosing a quartered central oval above two short and three long crossbanded drawers and with further geometric inlaid decoration, the book matched sides with crossbanded border, the whole raised on well shaped bracket feet. While this chest of drawers has many hallmarks of a William and Mary piece dating from C.1690, we would describe this example as being "transitional" as it displays certain features that became after the turn of the century, for example, the bun feet synonymous with the William and Mary period and Dutch influence have been updated with the newer style of bracket feet which shows how fashions developed over short timeframes. This is a nice, small size and would work equally well in a living space or a bedroom. England. C.1705

Physical Dimensions
Height
92.5cm (36.42")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Wakelin and Linfield has dated these Inlaid Walnut Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

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SA1217886
Dealers Internal Reference
0642
Dealers Notes

West Sussex based specialists in formal and country antique furniture, decorative items, ceramics, art and sculpture from the 16th to 20th centuries. High St, Petworth, GU28 0AU

Description
An early 18th century English walnut chest of drawers, the moulded top with geometric inlay enclosing a quartered central oval above two short and three long crossbanded drawers and with further geometric inlaid decoration, the book matched sides with crossbanded border, the whole raised on well shaped bracket feet. While this chest of drawers has many hallmarks of a William and Mary piece dating from C.1690, we would describe this example as being "transitional" as it displays certain features that became after the turn of the century, for example, the bun feet synonymous with the William and Mary period and Dutch influence have been updated with the newer style of bracket feet which shows how fashions developed over short timeframes. This is a nice, small size and would work equally well in a living space or a bedroom. England. C.1705
Height
92.5cm (36.42")
Width
101cm (39.76")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Wakelin and Linfield has dated these Inlaid Walnut Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217886
Dealers Internal Ref
0642
Wakelin and Linfield
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2026

Specialists in formal and country antique furniture and decorative items from 16th to 20th centuries

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Wakelin and Linfield
Telephone 07850 350829
Location
High Street
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AU
United Kingdom

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An early 18th-century inlaid walnut chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
Early 18th Century Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers
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An early 18th-century inlaid walnut chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleQueen Anne
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFeather banding inlay, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet, Crossbanded drawer fronts
  • SizeH 92.5 cm (36 in) x W 101 cm (40 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

This early 18th-century English chest of drawers exhibits a Queen Anne style in warm brown walnut with oak and brass, showcasing feather banding inlay, crossbanded drawer fronts, and brass drop handles. The rectangular moulded top encloses a quartered central oval above two short and three long drawers, complemented by book-matched sides with crossbanded borders and shaped bracket feet. The piece measures 92.5 cm high, 101 cm wide, and 59 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this small-scale storage piece suits placement in a bedroom or living space. The warm timber tones and intricate geometric inlay provide a classic English country house aesthetic suitable for traditional or transitional interiors.

FAQs

Early 18th-century walnut chests of drawers, often dating from the Queen Anne and Early Georgian periods, are defined by figured walnut veneers, herringbone or feather inlay, compact proportions, and bracket feet.

These pieces typically feature figured walnut veneers mounted onto pine or oak carcass frames, accented with feather-banded stringing and cast brass hardware.

Authentic examples demonstrate hand-dovetailed drawer joints, solid oak or pine drawer linings with grain running front-to-back, original iron locks, and historical brass drop handles.

A walnut chest functions as a focal storage piece in modern entryways or bedrooms, complementing contemporary artwork, modern lighting, and neutral linen textiles.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and bright sunlight to prevent shrinkage and wood bleaching, applying high-grade beeswax twice annually along the grain.
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