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Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer
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Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

19th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
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Antique late 19th century Victorian chest of drawers in walnut, a large and handsome piece of good quality in the Aesthetic Movement taste, showcasing fine craftsmanship and a very practical amount of storage.

The top section has a central panelled hat drawer flanked by two short drawers to each side, over three graduated long drawers, all with locks and fitted with decorative brass rosette backplates and turned drop handles.

The drawer fronts are finished with incised reeded line decoration, the case has a moulded cornice and reeded canted stiles, and it stands on a plinth base with a shaped apron carved with scrolls. The back is of traditional panelled pine construction.

The walnut displays a lovely straight grain and a warm, rich golden colour with a mellow patina built up over many years.

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable Victorian walnut chest, a perfect addition to any bedroom, landing or dressing room.

Product Reference : AF - 6817

Measurements : 122cm (48") Width x 56cm (22") Depth x 121cm (47½") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
121cm (47.64")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated these Victorian Walnut Chest Drawers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242184
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6817
Description
Antique late 19th century Victorian chest of drawers in walnut, a large and handsome piece of good quality in the Aesthetic Movement taste, showcasing fine craftsmanship and a very practical amount of storage.
fig 1. A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
fig 1. Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

The top section has a central panelled hat drawer flanked by two short drawers to each side, over three graduated long drawers, all with locks and fitted with decorative brass rosette backplates and turned drop handles.

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The drawer fronts are finished with incised reeded line decoration, the case has a moulded cornice and reeded canted stiles, and it stands on a plinth base with a shaped apron carved with scrolls.
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The back is of traditional panelled pine construction.

fig 2. A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
fig 2. Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

The walnut displays a lovely straight grain and a warm, rich golden colour with a mellow patina built up over many years.

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable Victorian walnut chest, a perfect addition to any bedroom, landing or dressing room.

fig 3. A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
fig 3. Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

Product Reference : AF - 6817

Measurements : 122cm (48") Width x 56cm (22") Depth x 121cm (47½") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 4. A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
fig 4. Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
fig 5. Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 6. A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
fig 6. Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 7. A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
fig 7. Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Height
121cm (47.64")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated these Victorian Walnut Chest Drawers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242184
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6817
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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A late Victorian walnut chest of drawers featuring a central square hat drawer flanked by smaller drawers above three long drawers with reeded moulding.
Antique Large Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers | Hat Drawer
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHat drawer, horizontal reeding, brass drop handles, scrolled apron
  • SizeH 121 cm (48 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

Victorian walnut chests of drawers typically feature substantial proportions, distinctive timber figure, horizontal moulding details, and specialized drawer configurations such as central hat drawers.

Chests from this period typically feature solid or veneered walnut timber, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, internal dust boards between drawers, and cast brass handles.

Authentic pieces feature signs of 19th-century cabinetmaking, including hand-sawn drawer linings, original brass locks, age-appropriate timber oxidisation, and genuine dovetail joinery.

Position the chest as a storage focal point in a hallway or bedroom, pairing warm walnut timber with neutral textiles, structural greenery, and modern wall lighting.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually, avoiding direct sunlight, radiators, and harsh chemical cleaners.
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