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Large Antique Mahogany Wellington Chest

1900 - 1920
Sold 4 June 2025 · Arthur Rawes Antiques
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Description

Large Wellington chest dating to the Edwardian period, consisting of eight dovetailed drawers with original hand turned mahogany knobs. In very good condition with working lock and two keys.

Height - 128cm

Width - 62cm

Depth - 52.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Declaration

Arthur Rawes Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Wellington Chest to the Edwardian era.

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SA883922
Description
Large Wellington chest dating to the Edwardian period, consisting of eight dovetailed drawers with original hand turned mahogany knobs. In very good condition with working lock and two keys.

Height - 128cm

Width - 62cm

Depth - 52.5cm

Height
128cm (50.39")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Date of Manufacture

Arthur Rawes Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Wellington Chest to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA883922
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Archive I A tall, narrow antique mahogany Wellington chest featuring eight graduated drawers, round wooden knobs, and a locking side pilaster. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Arthur Rawes Antiques

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Unit 4 Willows Lane Garage
Willows lane
Accrington
Lancashire
BB5 3SS
United Kingdom

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A tall, narrow antique mahogany Wellington chest featuring eight graduated drawers, round wooden knobs, and a locking side pilaster.
Large Antique Mahogany Wellington Chest
Ref: SA883922
A tall, narrow antique mahogany Wellington chest featuring eight graduated drawers, round wooden knobs, and a locking side pilaster.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Locking side pilaster, Turned wooden knobs, Plinth base
  • SizeH 128 cm (50 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 52.5 cm (21 in)

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A Wellington chest is a tall, narrow set of drawers typically featuring a hinged, locking side pilaster that secures all the drawers simultaneously. Originating in the early 19th century, this design gained popularity during the Victorian era as a secure storage solution for documents, linen, or personal items.

Authentic pieces are predominantly constructed from dense tropical hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, often featuring secondary woods like oak or pine for drawer linings and carcases. Construction typically incorporates hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer boxes and traditional mortise and tenon framing.

Authentication involves examining the drawer construction for hand-cut dovetails, checking the timber for age-related shrinkage and oxidisation, and inspecting the locking mechanism and side locking bar for period-appropriate brass fittings and joinery techniques.

Due to its tall and narrow footprint, this piece functions effectively in bedrooms, studies, or hallways where floor space is limited. It provides vertical storage while introducing rich wood tones and classical proportions to modern or traditional schemes.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping and fading. Maintenance involves dusting with a dry lint-free cloth and occasionally applying natural beeswax to nourish the wood finish.
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