For your consideration is this English Art Deco honey coloured walnut two-door, three drawer single-piece tallboy, circa 1930, boasting stunning mirror matched veneers and in excellent original condition. All resting on a ebonised plinth. The veneers really are something else on this piece and no expense spared, whether you view the top sides or front each area has the most glorious heavily figured veneers. Not only does this tallboy look the part but it's extremely useful too having a very generous interior to both the top area and drawers which all run smoothly. Original high quality solid brass handles. Having been fully and professionally restored this lovely piece comes to you in excellent condition with no faults to note.

Dimensions

Height = 121 cm (48")

Width = 77 cm (31")

Depth = 48 cm (19")

Physical Dimensions

Height

121cm (47.64")

Width

77cm (30.31")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Declaration

Art Deco Wardrobes has dated this Art Deco Walnut Tallboy to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA944966

Description

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The veneers really are something else on this piece and no expense spared, whether you view the top sides or front each area has the most glorious heavily figured veneers.

Art Deco Wardrobes

Not only does this tallboy look the part but it's extremely useful too having a very generous interior to both the top area and drawers which all run smoothly. Original high quality solid brass handles. Having been fully and professionally restored this lovely piece comes to you in excellent condition with no faults to note.

Dimensions

Height = 121 cm (48")

Width = 77 cm (31")

Depth = 48 cm (19")

Physical Dimensions

Height

121cm (47.64")

Width

77cm (30.31")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Date of Manufacture

Art Deco Wardrobes has dated this Art Deco Walnut Tallboy to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA944966

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An Art Deco figured walnut tallboy featuring a two-door upper cupboard above three long drawers with metal handles on a dark plinth base.

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Originating in the 1920s and 1930s, an Art Deco tallboy is a vertical storage piece combining a chest of drawers with an upper cupboard section. The style is characterised by clean geometric lines, streamlined contours, and rich wood veneers such as burr walnut.

Cabinetmakers of this era predominantly used solid timber frames overlaid with decorative veneers, such as figured or burr walnut, arranged in bookmatched patterns. Hardware typically features streamlined handles crafted from metal, Bakelite, or chrome.

Authentic 1930s pieces showcase characteristic features such as dark plinth bases, rounded top corners, symmetrical bookmatched veneer patterns, and period-correct metal handles. Internal drawer construction often displays hand-cut dovetail joints.

A tallboy functions effectively as a focal piece in a contemporary bedroom, dressing room, or hallway. Pair the rich wood grain with neutral wall palettes, geometric brass accents, or muted textiles to create a balanced aesthetic.

To preserve the original veneer, keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight, central heating vents, and damp environments. Dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding silicone sprays.

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Art Deco Figured Walnut Tallboy , Circa 1930

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