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Welsh Oak Tallboy Chest, Circa 1770
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Welsh Oak Tallboy Chest, Circa 1770

18th century
Sold 24 September 2025 · WelshAntiques
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Two-part tallboy chest, or chest-on-chest, in beautifully figured native Welsh oak. The elaborate cornice has Greek-key decoration over a frieze inlaid with plum, maple and other woods, over two small and three large graduated drawers flanked by fluted columns, above a base with a brushing slide and three graduated drawers and raised on ogee feet. The brass handles are original

Excellent colour and surface.

Carmarthenshire, west Wales, circa 1770.

Height: 77.5 inches; 197 cms

Width at waist: 42 inches; 107 cms.

Width at cornice: 44.5 inches; 112.5 cms

Depth at waist: 21.75 inches; 55 cms

Depth at cornice: 23 inches; 59 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
197cm (77.56")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

WelshAntiques has dated this Welsh Oak Tallboy Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA733023
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Description
Two-part tallboy chest, or chest-on-chest, in beautifully figured native Welsh oak. The elaborate cornice has Greek-key decoration over a frieze inlaid with plum, maple and other woods, over two small and three large graduated drawers flanked by fluted columns, above a base with a brushing slide and three graduated drawers and raised on ogee feet. The brass handles are original
fig 1. An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Welsh Oak Tallboy Chest, Circa 1770

Excellent colour and surface.

Carmarthenshire, west Wales, circa 1770.

Height: 77.5 inches; 197 cms

Width at waist: 42 inches; 107 cms.

Width at cornice: 44.5 inches; 112.5 cms

Depth at waist: 21.75 inches; 55 cms

Depth at cornice: 23 inches; 59 cms.

Height
197cm (77.56")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

WelshAntiques has dated this Welsh Oak Tallboy Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA733023
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Leading specialist in welsh furniture and folk art for 56 years

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Archive I An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Welsh Oak Tallboy Chest, Circa 1770

Archive II An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet. View II
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Archive IV An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet. View IV
Archive V An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet. View V
Archive VI An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet. View VI
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An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet.
Welsh Oak Tallboy Chest, circa 1770
Ref: SA733023
An upright Georgian Welsh oak tallboy chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, inlay detail on the cornice, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsDental cornice moulding, Crossbanded inlay, Brass swing handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 197 cm (78 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

FAQs

A tallboy, or double chest, emerged in the late 17th century and gained popularity through the Georgian era as a practical solution for maximising vertical storage space in domestic interiors.

These pieces were typically constructed from native timbers such as oak, walnut, or mahogany, featuring secondary softwoods like pine for drawer linings and backboards, joined using traditional hand-cut dovetails.

Authenticity is assessed through construction methods such as hand-cut dovetailing, pegged joints, historical tool marks, original brass hardware or properly filled old handle holes, and natural timber oxidisation.

Positioning a traditional timber tallboy within a modern room creates textural contrast; balance its vertical mass by keeping adjacent walls neutral and pairing it with minimalist lighting or contemporary artwork.

Maintain antique oak by placing it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, avoiding silicone-based polishes, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the wood finish.
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