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A 19thc Apprentice Piece Chest
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A 19thc Apprentice Piece Chest

19th century
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A 19thC walnut apprentice piece chest of two over three graduated drawers. Of very nice proportions and form. Molded top edge echoed at the base. The drawers with tiny dovetail joints both front and back. Each drawer with brass pulls. Solid wood back. Possibly a sales mans sample but perhaps a little too well made for that.

27cm wide 14 cm deep and 22 cm high.

OVERSEAS buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

The Antique Partnership has dated these Victorian Apprentice Chest Drawers to the Victorian era.

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SA859179
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25045
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Description
A 19thC walnut apprentice piece chest of two over three graduated drawers. Of very nice proportions and form. Molded top edge echoed at the base. The drawers with tiny dovetail joints both front and back. Each drawer with brass pulls. Solid wood back. Possibly a sales mans sample but perhaps a little too well made for that.

27cm wide 14 cm deep and 22 cm high.

OVERSEAS buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated these Victorian Apprentice Chest Drawers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA859179
Dealers Internal Ref
25045
The Antique Partnership
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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Archive I A 19th-century miniature wooden chest of drawers featuring two small upper drawers over three long drawers with turned brass knobs.

A 19thc Apprentice Piece Chest

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A 19th-century miniature wooden chest of drawers featuring two small upper drawers over three long drawers with turned brass knobs.
A 19thC apprentice piece chest
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  • ObjectMiniature Furniture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTwo over three drawer layout, Turned brass knob handles, Moulded base profile
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 27 cm (11 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

This Victorian miniature chest of drawers takes the form of an apprentice piece crafted from solid walnut with a dark brown timber finish. The compact storage item measures 22 cm high, 27 cm wide and 14 cm deep, displaying a traditional two-over-three graduated drawer layout. Details include tiny dovetail joints visible on the drawers both front and back, a molded top edge echoed at the base, and small turned brass knob handles fitted to each drawer front. The piece rests securely on a wooden surface. Suitable for placement on a sideboard top in a gentleman's library or study, the miniature chest provides practical storage for small keepsakes or stationery. The warm dark wood grain and classic proportions complement traditional interior settings while serving as a charming decorative accent in the home today.

FAQs

An apprentice piece is a scaled model crafted by a trainee cabinetmaker to demonstrate technical competence and wood-carving mastery at the completion of an apprenticeship. These miniature chests replicate full-sized furniture proportions, joinery, and functional drawer mechanisms.

Cabinetmakers selected dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, oak, or fruitwood, paired with turned brass knobs or carved wood handles. Interior drawer linings and back panels were commonly executed in secondary softwoods like pine.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, irregular hand-planed timber surfaces, and original brass fixings with natural oxidisation. Internal wood shrinkage and wear along the drawer runners reflect real historical age.

A tabletop miniature chest functions effectively on a sideboard, desk, or bookcase as both an architectural accent and storage for small items. It pairs well with leather-bound books, brass desk accessories, and framed artwork.

Dust the wood regularly using a dry microfiber cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish annually to protect the original patina. Avoid placing the chest near radiators or direct sunlight to prevent timber warping and shrinkage cracks.
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