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A Georgian Chest on Chest Tallboy
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A Georgian Chest on Chest Tallboy

18th century
Sold 7 November 2025 · The Antique Partnership
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Description

A well proportioned Geo III (Circa 1780) ebonized mahogany chest on chest. (A chest on chest comes in 2 parts for ease of moving whereas a tallboy is in one piece )

This lovely and unusual item is very well made with fine dovetail joints to the oak lined drawers which run smoothly, The inlaid satinwood decorative band below the castelated top molding is a nice feature. Original brass swan neck handles, brass lock escutcheons and iron locks. A working Key fits five of the eight drawers. Original bracket feet, the original drawer dust dividers are still in place. Original boarded back.

Some interesting history found in letters hidden behind a lower drawer which will be revealed to the purchaser.

A good useful and practical piece which would stand well in a hall or large dressing room.

113.5cm wide at the base and 114.5 cm at the top.

57.5 cm deep and 174.5 cm high.

UK delivery....mainland only,please ask for delivery charges which if we undertake it ourselves will be at cost only.

Workl wide destinations please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Physical Dimensions
Height
174.5cm (68.70")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Depth
57.5cm (22.64")
Declaration

The Antique Partnership has dated this Georgian Chest on Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159246
Dealers Internal Reference
29001
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Description
A well proportioned Geo III (Circa 1780) ebonized mahogany chest on chest. (A chest on chest comes in 2 parts for ease of moving whereas a tallboy is in one piece )

This lovely and unusual item is very well made with fine dovetail joints to the oak lined drawers which run smoothly, The inlaid satinwood decorative band below the castelated top molding is a nice feature. Original brass swan neck handles, brass lock escutcheons and iron locks. A working Key fits five of the eight drawers. Original bracket feet, the original drawer dust dividers are still in place. Original boarded back.

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Some interesting history found in letters hidden behind a lower drawer which will be revealed to the purchaser.
The Antique Partnership
fig 1. A dark-painted Georgian chest on chest tallboy featuring multiple graduating drawers with brass swing handles and a bracket base.
fig 1. A Georgian Chest on Chest Tallboy

A good useful and practical piece which would stand well in a hall or large dressing room.

113.5cm wide at the base and 114.5 cm at the top.

57.5 cm deep and 174.5 cm high.

UK delivery....mainland only,please ask for delivery charges which if we undertake it ourselves will be at cost only.

Workl wide destinations please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Height
174.5cm (68.70")
Width
113.5cm (44.69")
Depth
57.5cm (22.64")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Georgian Chest on Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159246
Dealers Internal Ref
29001
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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A dark-painted Georgian chest on chest tallboy featuring multiple graduating drawers with brass swing handles and a bracket base.
A Georgian chest on chest tallboy
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A dark-painted Georgian chest on chest tallboy featuring multiple graduating drawers with brass swing handles and a bracket base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles, Key escutcheons
  • SizeH 174.5 cm (69 in) x W 113.5 cm (45 in) x D 57.5 cm (23 in)

FAQs

A chest on chest, also known as a tallboy, originated in the late 17th century and became particularly popular during the Georgian era. It was designed to provide maximum vertical storage space in bedrooms without occupying a large floor footprint.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense timbers such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, often featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, solid backboards, and bracket feet to support the considerable weight.

Authentic pieces are identified by hand-beveled drawer linings, original or period-correct brass drop handles, hand-cut dovetailing, and natural timber shrinkage and oxidisation consistent with age.

Pairing a dark wood or painted period tallboy with minimalist modern surroundings creates a strong focal point, contrasting traditional craftsmanship with clean, contemporary architectural lines.

Keep wooden furniture away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping or cracking, and maintain the finish by occasionally applying traditional beeswax.
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