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George II Walnut Chest on Chest Circa 1740
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George II Walnut Chest on Chest Circa 1740

17th century
Description

Fine George II walnut chest on chest dating to circa 1740

The upper section features two short drawers above three graduated long drawers

Lower chest fitted with two further graduated drawers

Beautiful figured walnut drawer fronts with decorative feather banding

Fitted with ornate brass handles and escutcheons

Raised on traditional bracket feet

English, circa 1740

Presented in good condition

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US -

please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions in inches (cm)

Width x Depth x Height

42.5 (108) x 23 (58.4) x 61.5 (156.2)

Top section 34 (86.4) high

Physical Dimensions
Height
156.2cm (61.50")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
58.4cm (22.99")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this George II Walnut Tallboy to the 17th Century.

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SA1236851
Description
Fine George II walnut chest on chest dating to circa 1740

The upper section features two short drawers above three graduated long drawers

Lower chest fitted with two further graduated drawers

Beautiful figured walnut drawer fronts with decorative feather banding

fig 1. An 18th-century George II walnut chest on chest featuring figured veneered drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.
fig 1. George II Walnut Chest on Chest Circa 1740

Fitted with ornate brass handles and escutcheons

Raised on traditional bracket feet

English, circa 1740

Presented in good condition

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US -

please get in touch for a shipping quote

Dimensions in inches (cm)

Width x Depth x Height

42.5 (108) x 23 (58.4) x 61.5 (156.2)

Top section 34 (86.4) high

Height
156.2cm (61.50")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
58.4cm (22.99")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this George II Walnut Tallboy to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236851
Canonbury Antiques
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Archive I An 18th-century George II walnut chest on chest featuring figured veneered drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.

George II Walnut Chest on Chest Circa 1740

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An 18th-century George II walnut chest on chest featuring figured veneered drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.
George II Walnut Chest on Chest Circa 1740
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An 18th-century George II walnut chest on chest featuring figured veneered drawer fronts, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period17th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFeather banding, swan-neck handles, bracket feet, crossbanded drawers
  • SizeH 156.2 cm (61 in) x W 108 cm (43 in) x D 58.4 cm (23 in)

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A George II chest on chest, or tallboy, is a two-part storage cabinet crafted during the mid-18th century. Typically built from walnut, these pieces feature two small drawers over multiple full-width drawers in the upper section, resting upon a base cabinet of long drawers, accented by crossbanding and decorative brass plate handles.

Primary surfaces were finished with figured walnut veneers, often incorporating feather-banding or crossbanding in boxwood or fruitwood. The secondary carcass timbers were commonly pine or oak, fitted with cast brass drop handles and steel locks.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine drawer linings, and natural shrinkage across wood panels over time. Original brass hardware will show subtle irregularities and genuine oxidisation, while the veneer will display a soft, aged patina rather than a modern high-gloss finish.

A substantial walnut tallboy anchors a bedroom or hallway, providing vertical storage while adding warm wood tones. Pair it with neutral painted walls, contemporary lighting, and modern textiles to highlight its historical grain and silhouette without overwhelming the space.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish twice a year to nourish the timber. Keep the furniture away from direct sunlight, radiators, and damp walls to prevent the walnut veneer from lifting or cracking due to climate fluctuations.
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