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Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest

19th century
Sold 6 November 2025 · Penderyn Antiques
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Description

A wonderful antique Victorian mahogany chest on chest. The mahogany chest on chest has a moulded cornice to the top and an arrangement of four long, graduating drawers below. There is a concealed cushion moulded drawer to the centre section that is opened from within the drawer below. The base section has three long graduating drawers. Each of the drawers are fitted with decorative carved wooden knobs. Raised on a plinth base. This fantastic mahogany chest on chest separates into four pieces for ease of transport and movement. A particularly good example with rich colour and patina throughout.

Item Ref; M-3363

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 205cm / Width – 131.5cm / Depth – 54.5cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks to the drawer fronts and sides (pictured). There are some chips and losses to the veneer in places but overall, the chest remains in good condition. The mahogany chest on chest remains structurally solid and sound.

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
131.5cm (51.77")
Depth
54.5cm (21.46")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA891340
Dealers Internal Reference
M-3363
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
A wonderful antique Victorian mahogany chest on chest.
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The mahogany chest on chest has a moulded cornice to the top and an arrangement of four long, graduating drawers below.
Penderyn Antiques

There is a concealed cushion moulded drawer to the centre section that is opened from within the drawer below. The base section has three long graduating drawers. Each of the drawers are fitted with decorative carved wooden knobs. Raised on a plinth base. This fantastic mahogany chest on chest separates into four pieces for ease of transport and movement. A particularly good example with rich colour and patina throughout.

fig 1. A tall Victorian mahogany chest on chest featuring stacked drawer sections with turned wooden pull handles and a rich wood grain finish.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest

Item Ref; M-3363

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 205cm / Width – 131.5cm / Depth – 54.5cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. There is surface wear in places including age-related marks to the drawer fronts and sides (pictured). There are some chips and losses to the veneer in places but overall, the chest remains in good condition. The mahogany chest on chest remains structurally solid and sound.

fig 2. A tall Victorian mahogany chest on chest featuring stacked drawer sections with turned wooden pull handles and a rich wood grain finish.
fig 2. Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest

Our carpenter inspects, repairs, and restores our items, so you can have full confidence that what you buy from us is ready for your home!

We ask that you take the time to look at all the photos as they form part of the description and condition report of the item.

Height
205cm (80.71")
Width
131.5cm (51.77")
Depth
54.5cm (21.46")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA891340
Dealers Internal Ref
M-3363
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Archive I A tall Victorian mahogany chest on chest featuring stacked drawer sections with turned wooden pull handles and a rich wood grain finish. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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A tall Victorian mahogany chest on chest featuring stacked drawer sections with turned wooden pull handles and a rich wood grain finish.
Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneer, Turned wooden knob handles, Stacked modular construction, Deep overhanging cornice
  • SizeH 205 cm (81 in) x W 131.5 cm (52 in) x D 54.5 cm (21 in)

FAQs

A chest on chest, also known as a tallboy, is a tall piece of furniture featuring one chest of drawers stacked directly on top of a slightly wider lower section, popular during the 18th and 19th centuries for maximizing vertical storage.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid timbers like mahogany or oak for the frame, often featuring flame mahogany veneers on the drawer fronts, hand-cut dovetail joints, and secondary woods such as pine or oak for the drawer linings.

Authentic pieces are identified by hand-cut dovetailing, timber shrinkage consistent with age, original backboards, hand-turned wooden knobs or brass handles, and traditional beeswax finishes rather than modern synthetic varnishes.

This piece can serve as a striking focal point in a contemporary bedroom or hallway, contrasting clean modern walls with its rich wood grain, while offering substantial vertical storage without occupying excessive floor space.

Preserve the wood by keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, and apply natural beeswax periodically to nourish the surface while avoiding silicone-based polishes.
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