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18th Century Tall and Shallow Secretaire Chest of Drawers
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
for sale €5,616     $6,096
£4,800
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18th Century Tall and Shallow Secretaire Chest of Drawers

17th century
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A fine quality 18th century tall and shallow secretaire chest of drawers. The top drawer above a double fronted, fold down secretaire drawer with four further drawers below. All fitted with the original gilded brass handles and standing on original bracket feet. All of excellent surface colour and patina and in good original condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105.5cm (41.54")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Declaration

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this Georgian Mahogany Secretaire Chest to the 17th Century.

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SA1218658
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400365
Description
A fine quality 18th century tall and shallow secretaire chest of drawers. The top drawer above a double fronted, fold down secretaire drawer with four further drawers below. All fitted with the original gilded brass handles and standing on original bracket feet. All of excellent surface colour and patina and in good original condition.
Height
105.5cm (41.54")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
32.5cm (12.80")
Date of Manufacture

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this Georgian Mahogany Secretaire Chest to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1218658
Dealers Internal Ref
400365
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019
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Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 01303 221229
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Faversham
Kent
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A tall 18th-century Georgian mahogany secretaire chest of drawers featuring brass swan-neck handles and bracket feet.
18th century Tall and shallow Secretaire Chest of Drawers
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A tall 18th-century Georgian mahogany secretaire chest of drawers featuring brass swan-neck handles and bracket feet.
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A secretaire chest combines a vertical chest of drawers with a drop-front or pull-out drawer fitted with a writing surface and small internal compartments. Originating in the 18th century, these pieces provided space-saving functionality for private studies and bedrooms.

Pieces from this era were primarily constructed from mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, solid drawer linings, and cast brass handles. The exteriors often displayed decorative veneers, cockbeaded drawer edges, and sturdy bracket feet.

Authentic period chests display uneven hand-sawn back panels, irregular dovetail joints, original steel locks, and natural shrinkage line marks along the timber grain. Wear around keyholes and handle backplates also indicates genuine age.

A tall mahogany chest provides vertical storage while serving as a anchor piece in a bedroom, study, or hallway. Pairing dark timber tones with neutral wall colours, contemporary lamps, or understated artwork creates a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Maintain the surface by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep timber away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity to prevent warping and veneer lifting.
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