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Edwardian Painted Chest of Drawers by Sir Clough Williams-ellis
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Edwardian Painted Chest of Drawers by Sir Clough Williams-ellis

1900 - 1920
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Description

A rather lovely and unique Painted Pine Chest of Drawers from the famous Portmeirion Estate, North Wales.  With provenance.

Featuring two over three drawers with drop handles, bold geometric moulding with rope twist detailing and a painted finish.   Standing on bracket feet.

The beautiful village of Portmeirion was built by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis, and this once plain chest was decorated in true Clough Williams-Ellis style ("Cloughed - up") during the 1930's. The term "Cloughed - up" is an invented term to describe something that has been altered or modified -  with the attention to aesthetic detail - by Clough Williams-Ellis.

It remains in good original condition with signs of age related wear.

Width: 98 cm

Depth: 44 cm

Height: 93 cm

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The Old Yard has dated these Edwardian Painted Chest Drawers to the 1920s.

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SA1233037
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5515
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Description
A rather lovely and unique Painted Pine Chest of Drawers from the famous Portmeirion Estate, North Wales.  With provenance.
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Featuring two over three drawers with drop handles, bold geometric moulding with rope twist detailing and a painted finish.
The Old Yard

   Standing on bracket feet.

fig 1. An Edwardian painted chest of drawers featuring eight drawer fronts decorated with geometric panel mouldings, drop handles, and rope-twist edge detailing.
fig 1. Edwardian Painted Chest of Drawers by Sir Clough Williams-ellis

The beautiful village of Portmeirion was built by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis, and this once plain chest was decorated in true Clough Williams-Ellis style ("Cloughed - up") during the 1930's. The term "Cloughed - up" is an invented term to describe something that has been altered or modified -  with the attention to aesthetic detail - by Clough Williams-Ellis.

It remains in good original condition with signs of age related wear.

Width: 98 cm

Depth: 44 cm

Height: 93 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated these Edwardian Painted Chest Drawers to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1233037
Dealers Internal Ref
5515
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An Edwardian painted chest of drawers featuring eight drawer fronts decorated with geometric panel mouldings, drop handles, and rope-twist edge detailing.
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Edwardian painted furniture, produced between 1901 and 1910, often draws inspiration from earlier Georgian and Neoclassical designs. It frequently incorporates lighter colour palettes, subtle geometric panel work, refined moulding details, and functional drawer configurations designed for domestic spaces.

These chests were commonly constructed using softwoods such as pine or painted hardwoods. Drawer linings were usually made from oak or pine with hand-cut dovetail joints, complemented by brass handles, drop pulls, or turned wood knobs.

Authenticity is indicated by historical joinery methods, including hand-cut dovetails, timber back panels with original fixings, and natural wear patterns along drawer runners. Painted surfaces should display age-appropriate craquelure, micro-chipping, or secondary layers applied over historical timber.

A painted chest serves as functional storage in a bedroom, hallway, or living area. It pairs well alongside modern artwork, neutral wall tones, and structural table lamps to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary decor.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to prevent scratch marks. Avoid abrasive chemical cleaners, solvents, or excess water, and apply a clear microcrystalline wax sparingly to preserve the painted finish.
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