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Burr Walnut Cabinet on Chest
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Burr Walnut Cabinet on Chest

18th century
Sold 13 May 2026 · Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
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A very fine quality late 17th century burr walnut cabinet on chest from the Queen Anne/William and Mary period with outstanding patina and nutty colour, and of desirable compact proportions. The shaped cornice above a deep convex moulding which conceals a drawer behind, and two doors below enclosing an arrangement of 11 drawers around a central cupboard with recessed drawers within and secret compartment behind. The base with two short and three long graduated drawers and standing on ball feet.

A superb example of English cabinet making of the Queen Anne/William and Mary period in exceptional condition for a piece of this age. (The brass handles to the base have been replaced with a set of similar age and showing no visible signs to the drawer fronts).

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this Burr Walnut Cabinet on Chest to the 1700s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
172.5cm (67.91")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
50.5cm (19.88")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1190525
Dealers Internal Reference
4003332
Description
A very fine quality late 17th century burr walnut cabinet on chest from the Queen Anne/William and Mary period with outstanding patina and nutty colour, and of desirable compact proportions. The shaped cornice above a deep convex moulding which conceals a drawer behind, and two doors below enclosing an arrangement of 11 drawers around a central cupboard with recessed drawers within and secret compartment behind. The base with two short and three long graduated drawers and standing on ball feet.
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A superb example of English cabinet making of the Queen Anne/William and Mary period in exceptional condition for a piece of this age.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

(The brass handles to the base have been replaced with a set of similar age and showing no visible signs to the drawer fronts).

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this Burr Walnut Cabinet on Chest to the 1700s.

Height
172.5cm (67.91")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
50.5cm (19.88")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1190525
Dealers Internal Ref
4003332
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019
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A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles. SOLD13 MAY 26
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Archive I A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles. SOLD13 MAY 26

Burr Walnut Cabinet on Chest

Archive II A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles. View II
Archive III A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles. View III
Archive IV A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles. View IV
Archive V A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles. View V
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Telephone 01303 221229
Location
Faversham
Kent
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Verified Since Aug 2019
Items For Sale 58
Items Sold 320
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Verified Since Aug 2019
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Location: Faversham, Kent, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
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A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles.
Burr Walnut Cabinet on Chest
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A front-facing view of a tall burr walnut cabinet on chest featuring double upper doors above a bank of graduating drawers with brass handles.
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  • ObjectCabinets & Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Brass swan neck handles, Bracket feet, Cornice moulding
  • SizeH 172.5 cm (68 in) x W 109 cm (43 in) x D 50.5 cm (20 in)

A cabinet on chest is a two-part furniture piece comprising an upper enclosed cupboard section resting upon a lower chest of drawers, highly prized for its decorative timber veneer.

These pieces typically feature decorative burr walnut veneers applied over secondary carcase timbers such as oak or pine, complemented by solid brass hardware.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetail joints, timber shrinkage patterns, period-correct brass fixings, and the natural depth of the walnut grain under the finish.

Position the piece as a statement focal point in a study or living area, allowing the rich texture of the wood grain to contrast against neutral walls and minimalist surrounding decor.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish.
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