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Oak Wellington Chest
Cambrian Antiques
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Oak Wellington Chest

1900 - 1920
Description

5 drawer chest goes with period oak or stands alone

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
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Cambrian Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Wellington Chest to the 1910s.

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SA995805
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CV5
Description
5 drawer chest goes with period oak or stands alone
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Cambrian Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Wellington Chest to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA995805
Dealers Internal Ref
CV5
Cambrian Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2016

Good quality practical and decorative furniture often by named makers .

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A dark oak Wellington chest featuring five graduated drawers with brass ring handles, flanked by carved barley twist side columns.
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Ceredigion
Cardiganshire
United Kingdom
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Location: Ceredigion, Cardiganshire, United Kingdom
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A dark oak Wellington chest featuring five graduated drawers with brass ring handles, flanked by carved barley twist side columns.
Oak Wellington chest
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A dark oak Wellington chest featuring five graduated drawers with brass ring handles, flanked by carved barley twist side columns.
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The Wellington chest was introduced in 19th-century Britain, named after the Duke of Wellington to commemorate his military victories. It traditionally features a tall, narrow profile with deep drawers secured by a single hinged locking flap along the side.

Traditional Wellington chests are constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, often finished with brass drop or ring handles. Construction involves hand-dovetailed drawer joints and solid timber panelling for structural stability.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, original lock mechanisms, and age-consistent wear to the timber drawer runners and base. Look for a functioning hinged side flap that secures all drawers simultaneously when locked.

An antique oak chest functions effectively in contemporary bedrooms, hallways, or home offices as a focal storage piece. Pairing dark oak timber with neutral wall tones or metallic accents creates a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Dust the surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish periodically along the grain to maintain the timber patina. Avoid placing the chest near direct heat sources or in areas with extreme humidity fluctuations.
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