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Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs
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Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

19th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 19th century Victorian chest of drawers in mahogany, a large and handsome piece of good quality, showcasing fine craftsmanship and generous proportions.

The chest offers excellent storage with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, each with cockbeaded edges, turned wooden knob handles and a keyhole escutcheon.

The top has a moulded edge with softly rounded front corners, matched by the rounded front stiles, beneath a plain frieze, and the chest stands on a deep plinth base with rounded corners.

The mahogany displays a lovely figured grain to the drawer fronts and top, with a warm, rich colour and a lovely mellow patina.

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

Product Reference : AF - 6893

Measurements : 115cm (45½") Width x 50cm (19½") Depth x 111cm (43½") 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.

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Check ID 09708756
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE VICTORIAN ERA:
Rounded front corners on plinth and body: typical mid-to-late Victorian cabinet work.
Cockbeaded drawer fronts with turned wooden knobs: standard late 19th-century styling.
Wide pine backboards with shrinkage gaps: timber movement from long drying over decades.
Soft surface handling wear around knobs: honest age from generations of domestic use.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
115cm (45.28")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1244108
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6893
Description
Antique 19th century Victorian chest of drawers in mahogany, a large and handsome piece of good quality, showcasing fine craftsmanship and generous proportions.
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The chest offers excellent storage with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, each with cockbeaded edges, turned wooden knob handles and a keyhole escutcheon.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. A Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
fig 1. Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

The top has a moulded edge with softly rounded front corners, matched by the rounded front stiles, beneath a plain frieze, and the chest stands on a deep plinth base with rounded corners.

The mahogany displays a lovely figured grain to the drawer fronts and top, with a warm, rich colour and a lovely mellow patina.

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
fig 2. Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

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

Product Reference : AF - 6893

fig 3. A Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
fig 3. Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

Measurements : 115cm (45½") Width x 50cm (19½") Depth x 111cm (43½") 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 Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
fig 4. Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

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 Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
fig 5. Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

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 Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
fig 6. Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

• 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 Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
fig 7. Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs

• 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.

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Report ID 09708756
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques datingVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Victorian era:
Rounded front corners on plinth and body: typical mid-to-late Victorian cabinet work.
Cockbeaded drawer fronts with turned wooden knobs: standard late 19th-century styling.
Wide pine backboards with shrinkage gaps: timber movement from long drying over decades.
Soft surface handling wear around knobs: honest age from generations of domestic use.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
115cm (45.28")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244108
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6893
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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A Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration with turned wooden knobs and brass keyhole escutcheons.
Antique Large Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | Turned Knobs
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned wooden knobs, Two over three configuration, Plinth base, Brass escutcheons
  • SizeH 111 cm (44 in) x W 115 cm (45 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

This Victorian chest of drawers follows a two-over-three graduated drawer layout rendered in rich mahogany timber with a warm brown colour and a visible grain. The piece displays cockbeaded drawer edges, dark brass keyhole escutcheons, turned wooden knob handles, and rounded front corners on a deep plinth base. Measuring 111 cm high, 115 cm wide, and 50 cm deep, the storage unit provides a practical surface and ample capacity. Placement suits a bedroom, landing, or dressing room where the traditional storage configuration accommodates clothing and linens. The sturdy wooden construction offers a stable surface for lamps, mirrors, or decorative objects while maintaining a classic English country house appearance in domestic interiors.

Victorian chests of drawers are defined by solid hardwood construction, generous proportions, and functional drawer arrangements, such as the classic two-short-over-three-long layout. They typically feature turned wood handles, rounded edges, and substantial plinth bases.

Mahogany, oak, and walnut were the primary external woods used during the Victorian era, prized for their durability and rich grain. Secondary timbers inside drawer linings and backs often included pine or cedar.

Authentic 19th-century pieces usually show hand-cut dovetail joints inside the drawers, iron or brass locks, and wood shrinkage consistent with age. Turned handles are typically attached via wooden screws or hand-cut metal fixings.

Balance the deep warmth of mahogany by placing it against neutral wall tones like off-white or soft grey. Pair it with modern ceramic table lamps, contemporary artwork, or woven textiles to create an eclectic mix of old and new.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply high-grade beeswax once or twice a year to nourish the timber. Position the item away from direct radiators and sunlit windows to prevent timber warping or veneer lifting.
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