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18th Century Dutch Marquetry Tall Chest of Drawers
Sussex Antiques and Interiors
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18th Century Dutch Marquetry Tall Chest of Drawers

18th century
Description

We are pleased to offer one of the finest Dutch Marquetry pieces of furniture we have owned. Dating to the mid 18th Century, Mainly Mahogany with many different woods for the marquetry such as tulip, satinwood, boxwood etc, oak Carcass and drawer linings.

The marquetry consists of various swags, unusually a seaweed panel to the top drawer front and musical instruments to the sides.

We have fully re polished the piece to a very high standard so in excellent condition for the home.

Height 168 cm

Width 109 cm

Depth 44 cm

Drawer Depths upwards 22.5, 21, 19.5, 16.5, 15 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
168cm (66.14")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Declaration

Sussex Antiques and Interiors has dated this Dutch Marquetry Tall Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1231656
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Description
We are pleased to offer one of the finest Dutch Marquetry pieces of furniture we have owned.
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Dating to the mid 18th Century, Mainly Mahogany with many different woods for the marquetry such as tulip, satinwood, boxwood etc, oak Carcass and drawer linings.
Sussex Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. An 18th-century Dutch mahogany tall chest of drawers featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay across six drawers with brass handles.
fig 1. 18th Century Dutch Marquetry Tall Chest of Drawers

The marquetry consists of various swags, unusually a seaweed panel to the top drawer front and musical instruments to the sides.

We have fully re polished the piece to a very high standard so in excellent condition for the home.

Height 168 cm

Width 109 cm

Depth 44 cm

Drawer Depths upwards 22.5, 21, 19.5, 16.5, 15 cm

Height
168cm (66.14")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Date of Manufacture

Sussex Antiques and Interiors has dated this Dutch Marquetry Tall Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231656
Sussex Antiques and Interiors
Sussex Antiques and Interiors
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An 18th-century Dutch mahogany tall chest of drawers featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay across six drawers with brass handles.
18th Century Dutch Marquetry Tall Chest of Drawers
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Dutch marquetry of the 18th century is characterised by elaborate floral, foliate, and urn patterns inlaid into dark hardwoods using contrasting fruitwoods and boxwood. Influenced by Dutch botanical art, these pieces often feature neoclassical structural forms paired with ornate surface decoration.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or oak carcasses overlaid with fine mahogany veneers. Decorative inlays incorporated sycamore, boxwood, walnut, and fruitwoods, complemented by cast brass drop handles and keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic 18th-century chests show signs of period craftsmanship, including hand-sawn drawer linings, uneven dovetail joints, and hand-cut veneer thickness. Naturally occurring shrinkage cracks along veneer seams and historic oxidisation on brass fittings also indicate genuine age.

A tall marquetry chest serves as a commanding focal point when placed against minimalist walls or muted paint tones. Balancing the detailed wood inlay with contemporary lighting and subtle decorative objects creates a sophisticated contrast in bedrooms or hallways.

Maintain stable humidity levels to prevent wood movement and veneer lifting. Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually, avoiding spray cleaners or water-based solutions.
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