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Narrow Mahogany Bank of Drawers C.1860
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Narrow Mahogany Bank of Drawers C.1860

19th century
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Very smart mid 19th.c. mahogany bank of drawers or 'semainier' c.1860. Useful narrow dimensions, just 24" wide. Flame mahogany veneered top with a moulded edge. Seven drawers (internal dimensions 46.5cm x 29cm x 12cm) ideal for filing, stationery, clothing accessories etc. Beautifully figured flame mahogany veneers arranged to make a symmetrical pattern across the drawer fronts and retaining the original turned mahogany knobs and escutcheons. Oak drawer linings. Canted corners, mahogany veneered sides and a moulded plinth. Excellent colour and condition, restored cleaned and waxed in our workshops. Keys supplied.

Width: 24" (61 cm)

Height: 49" (124.5 cm)

Depth: 14" (35.5 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Declaration

Collinge Antiques has dated these Mahogany Bank of Drawers to the 1860s.

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SA1240515
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38777
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Description
Very smart mid 19th.c. mahogany bank of drawers or 'semainier' c.1860. Useful narrow dimensions, just 24" wide. Flame mahogany veneered top with a moulded edge. Seven drawers (internal dimensions 46.5cm x 29cm x 12cm) ideal for filing, stationery, clothing accessories etc.
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Beautifully figured flame mahogany veneers arranged to make a symmetrical pattern across the drawer fronts and retaining the original turned mahogany knobs and escutcheons.
Collinge Antiques

Oak drawer linings. Canted corners, mahogany veneered sides and a moulded plinth. Excellent colour and condition, restored cleaned and waxed in our workshops. Keys supplied.

Width: 24" (61 cm)

Height: 49" (124.5 cm)

Depth: 14" (35.5 cm)

Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

Collinge Antiques has dated these Mahogany Bank of Drawers to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240515
Dealers Internal Ref
38777
Collinge Antiques
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A tall and narrow Victorian mahogany bank of seven graduated drawers featuring flame mahogany veneer fronts, turned wood knob handles, and a solid plinth base.
Narrow Mahogany Bank of Drawers c.1860
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A tall and narrow Victorian mahogany bank of seven graduated drawers featuring flame mahogany veneer fronts, turned wood knob handles, and a solid plinth base.
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Flame Mahogany Veneer
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneer, Turned wooden knobs, Plinth base, Escutcheon keyholes
  • SizeH 124.5 cm (49 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 35.5 cm (14 in)

This Victorian gentleman's library bank of drawers dates from 1860 in the Victorian style. Made of mahogany and flame mahogany veneer with oak drawer linings, it presents a rich brown colour with a waxed finish. The tall, narrow chest stands on a solid plinth base with canted corners and a moulded top edge, and houses seven graduated horizontal drawers arranged vertically. Each drawer front displays book-matched symmetrical flame mahogany veneer, two turned wooden knob handles, and a central keyhole escutcheon. The piece measures 124.5 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 35.5 cm deep. Positioned in a home today, this compact unit serves practical storage needs in a study, dressing room, or hallway. The narrow proportions make it suitable for smaller spaces while providing substantial vertical storage across its seven tiers. The drawers accommodate files, stationery, accessories, or small garments, keeping surfaces tidy. Placed against a wall in a traditional or transitional interior, the rich wood tones and figured grain patterns add a warm, classic accent to the room.

FAQs

Popularised during the 19th century, banks of drawers and tallboys were designed to provide maximum vertical storage while occupying minimal floor space in Victorian domestic interiors.

Victorian cabinetmakers frequently used mahogany, oak, and walnut, often applying decorative flame mahogany veneers to front panels over solid timber carcasses.

Authentic pieces from this period typically feature hand-cut dovetail joints inside the drawers, solid wood linings, turned wooden or cast brass knobs, and period keyhole escutcheons.

A narrow bank of drawers fits well into narrow alcoves, hallways, or dressing areas, providing structured storage while contrasting with clean modern architectural lines.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or fading, and apply a natural beeswax polish along the grain periodically to preserve the finish.
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