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antique furniture: chests
Chests are an item of furniture primarily used for storage, occasionally containing a series of drawers.
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Antique Cabinet Maker's Chest, English, Tool Trunk, Fitted Interior, Victorian
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9444This is an antique master cabinet maker's chest. An English, heavy tool trunk with mahogany and walnut interior, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.Wonderful master craftsman's tool chest with an exquisite fitted interiorDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughoutDark painted pine exterior a perfect foil to the striking caramel hues withinFascia dressed with a diamond-shaped inlaid lock — key absentOpening the lid reveals a superb interior, with removable banks of drawersInlaid flame mahogany, walnut and oak in contrasting hues creates an appealing decorative finishFifteen drawers across two banks, each accentuated with small ebonised pulls in cupped recessesLower section hosts a lidded container with small leather pull tabThis is a delightful antique master cabinet maker's chest, with an exceptional fitted interior to delight guests as a distinctive coffee table, or ideal for the specimen collector thanks to the suite of small drawers. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 96.5cm (38'')Max Depth: 66cm (26'')Max Height: 64cm (25.25'')Lower Compartment Width: 84.5cm (33.25'')Lower Compartment Depth: 18cm (7'')Lower Compartment Height: 22cm (8.75'')Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Cabinet Maker's Chest, English, Tool Trunk, Fitted Interior, Victorian
£3,950.00
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Rare Outsized Victorian Figured Mahogany Wellington Chest
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. Rare outsized Victorian figured mahogany Wellington chest. The polished mahogany top above a simple beaded frieze and eight full length drawers with original finely turned knobs, flanked by rectangular pilasters (locking pilaster on...
£2,200.00
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Antique Camphor Wood Box Chest Table
mcbains antiques, exeter, united kingdom
Antique late 19thC Camphor wood box chest or coffee table.
£235.00
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Exhibition Quality Mid-Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Chest
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1860. Exhibition quality mid-Victorian burr walnut wellington chest. The polished top with a finely carved foliate moulding, carved beaded frieze over eight graduated drawers with finely turned knobs, burr walnut fronts and solid mahogany...
£2,790.00
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A Beautiful Pine Fielded Panelled Blanket Box Chest On Castors.
antiques co, berkeley, united kingdom
A Beautiful 20th Century Pine Panelled Blanket Box Chest. Made in England to a lovely standard during the mid 20th century. The lovely moulded edged top lifts to reveal spacious interior. A single fielded panelled...
£225.00
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George III Oak Mule Chest or Kist
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1790. A stylish and interesting George III oak and mahogany hinged top mule chest or kist. The rectangular kist with rained paneled oak top with reeded fore-edge, with broad mahogany crossbanding with a stylish...
£1,250.00
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Antique Travelling Cleric's Chest, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Trunk, Victorian
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9166This is an antique travelling cleric's chest. An Anglo-Indian, teak colonial trunk with fitted interior, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.Delightful fitted interior with a host of storage solutionsDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect teak shows fine grain interest and warm caramel huesInlaid brass stringing accentuates, with ornate decorative motifWide access within, the stout lid held securely by a brass chain stayDistinctive arcading with a small mirror to centre and inset glass mounts of dried petalsFitted interior offers a suite of six lidded compartments, the central compartment removableFurther storage to the front fascia with a lower candle drawer — working lock, key presentDressed with a shaped brass clasp to centre, holding the lid in placeBrass straps adorn each edge for reassuring strength and durabilitySubstantial iron drop handles mounted within robust backplatesContinuous plinth base with shaped sash carvings to each sideThis is a fascinating antique travelling cleric's chest, with a superb fitted interior and delightfully appointed decorative finish. Ideal as storage, or for use as a distinctive coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 83.5cm (32.75'')Max Depth: 44.5cm (17.5'')Max Height: 48.5cm (19'')Central Storage Width: 68.5cm (27'')Central Storage Depth: 40.5cm (16'')Central Storage Height: 25cm (9.75'')Mirror Plate Width: 28.5cm (11.25'')Mirror Plate Height: 12.5cm (5'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Travelling Cleric's Chest, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Trunk, Victorian
£1,895.00
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Large Antique Ship's Chest, English, Ebonised Pine, Workman's Trunk, Victorian
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.9165This is a large antique ship's chest. An English, ebonised pine shipping or workman's trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.Of impressive proportion, a delightfully weathered shipping chestDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good original orderEbonised pine stocks present deep black tones to the exteriorHistorically painted, clean interior a shock of off-red huesStout lid opens to near vertical upon internal strap hinges, with rear rest for supportInterior arranged with a pair of candle boxes, one with articulated lidDressed to the front fascia with and inset brass lock — untested, key absentTactile aged rope handles set within stout keepers for ease of carriageThis is a charming antique ship's chest, with large proportion and a bright, clean painted interior. Ideal for transit, decorative use or as a distinctive coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 97cm (38.25'')Max Depth: 49.5cm (19.5'')Max Height: 41cm (16.25'')Internal Width: 84.5cm (33.25'')Internal Depth: 40.5cm (16'')Internal Height: 36cm (14.25'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Large Antique Ship's Chest, English, Ebonised Pine, Workman's Trunk, Victorian
£895.00
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Dutch Colonial Hardwood and Solid Ebony Rare Small Chest.
koos limburg jnr, glen prosen, united kingdom
Dutch Colonial Hardwood and Solid Ebony Rare Small Chest. All over in very good old used strong condition, with beautiful warm patination. Still with the original brass engraved ornaments, key and lock, standing on the...
£1,750.00
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George III Mahogany Dowry Chest on Stand
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1760. A large mahogany Dowry chest on stand. The rectangular top with great colour and patination, simple caddy fore-edge and a wonderfully ribbed fore edge with a cast brass lifting handle in the form...
£3,500.00
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Quality Mid Victorian Mahogany Brass Bound Two-Part Military Chest
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1850. Quality mid Victorian mahogany brass bound two-part military chest. The rectangular top with brass corners and strapping above two short and one deep long drawer in the upper section, all with inset brass...
£2,450.00
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Fine Quality William IV Mahogany Wellington Chest
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1840. Fine quality William IV mahogany Wellington chest. The polished top above a cavetto moulded frieze and 8 graduated drawers with flame mahogany fronts and cast brass ring handles with locking pilaster to the...
£2,350.00
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Huanghuali Medicine Chest
fiona henderson, london, united kingdom
20th Century Huanghuali Medicine Chest
£7,000.00
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Old Pine Dome Top Chest Trunk (T4501B)
pinefinders old pine furniture, aylesbury, united kingdom
A lovely old pine (Circa: 1900) dome top chest/trunk, with a carrying handle on each end, a small candle box/compartment inside on the left, and a slightly raised base. Currently in bare wood having recently...
£300.00
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Antique Carpenter's Chest, English, Pine, Tool Trunk, Coffee Table, Victorian
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8842This is an antique carpenter's chest. An English, pine tool trunk, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870.Dutiful craftsmen's chest with great colour and weatheringDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good original orderPine stocks show fine grain interest and warm caramel huesCast iron strapping to corners and fascia with deep black tonesClassic proportion and fittings, with interior candle boxStout lid opens to near 90 degrees and held upright with a brass chain stay and rear restDressed with a locking slide clasp — in working order, key present with Victorian One Penny fobPair of drop handles over stout backplates aid ease of carriageThis is a charming antique carpenter's chest, with useful interior and wonderfully patinated appearance. Can be used as a distinctive coffee table in the lounge. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 61.5cm (24.25'')Max Depth: 35.5cm (14'')Max Height: 32.5cm (12.75'')Internal Width: 46cm (18'')Internal Depth: 30.5cm (12'')Internal Height: 25cm (9.75'')Candle Box Width: 7.5cm (3'')Candle Box Depth: 33cm (13'')Candle Box Height: 8cm (3.25'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Carpenter's Chest, English, Pine, Tool Trunk, Coffee Table, Victorian
£695.00
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18th Century oak mule chest
martlesham antiques, martlesham, united kingdom
18th Century oak mule chest, the rectangular top opens on the original steel hinges to reveal a large compartment space which includes a candle box to the left, panelled sides and having fielded panels to...
£1,550.00
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Solid Camphor Wood Secretaire Military Chest
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1880. A stylish and elegant late Victorian two-part carved camphorwood military chest. The top with profusely carved back with simple side rails and moulded fore-edge, the chest has an unusual configuration of various sized...
£3,650.00
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Large Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Iron Bound, Campaign Trunk, Victorian
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8697This is a large antique silver chest. An English, oak and cast iron bound campaign trunk, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1850. Thomas de Grey, the second Earl de Grey (1781 - 1859) was a Tory politician in 19th century Britain. His daughter Ann de Grey married George Cowper (the 6th Earl Cowper) whose son Henry Cowper (1836 - 1887) entered parliament for the Liberal party. Not to be confused with the Earl Grey title of nobility, the 2nd Earl Grey - Charles - was a Whig prime minister during the reign of William IV (in office 1830-1834).Stout and bold, a superior antique chest with a fascinating historyDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good orderSelect oak stocks show fine grain interest and deep caramel huesCast iron strapping shows a delightfully weathered appearanceThe deep lid held closed by long strap clasps and secured by an inset lock – key presentUpon opening to the clean interior, the lid held open by an internal folding restEngraved plaque to the front reads 'Earl de Grey, No.10'Dressed with pairs of cast iron drop handles to either endThis is a dashing antique silver chest, with an apparent political provenance and an inviting aged appearance. Of excellent size and desirable construction, ideal for the foot of the bed or as a distinctive coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 93.5cm (36.75'')Max Depth: 60.5cm (23.75'')Max Height: 56.5cm (22.25'')Interior Width: 89cm (35'')Interior Depth: 55cm (21.75'')Interior Height: 51.5cm (20.25'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Large Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Iron Bound, Campaign Trunk, Victorian
£2,750.00
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Antique Shipwright's Trunk, Pine, Craftsman, Tool Chest, Victorian, Circa 1900
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8664This is an antique shipwright's trunk. An English, pine craftsman's tool chest, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Versatile and generously sized, makes for an attractive craftsman's chestDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughoutPresented with a dark stained pine exterior with light weatheringClean, naturally finished pine interior shows fine grain interest and biscuit huesDeep lid opens smoothly, coming to rest on a rear braceInset with a later 1928 copper Half Penny coin to the cornerInset working lock — key present with balance weight key fobHand painted type to fascia reads 'B.R Tucker, SHwt No 25020'Stout keepers to either side host a quality braided rope handleDressed with a useful, small brass hook to the rearVisible dovetail joint construction shows the durable, lasting natureThis is a wonderfully aged antique shipwright's chest with superb presentation. perfect for storage or uses as a distinctive low coffee table. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.Dimensions:Max Width: 71cm (28'')Max Depth: 35.5cm (14'')Max Height: 33cm (13'')Interior Width: 59cm (23.25'')Interior Depth: 29.5cm (11.5'')Interior Height: 27.5cm (10.75'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Shipwright's Trunk, Pine, Craftsman, Tool Chest, Victorian, Circa 1900
£595.00
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Oak Chest on Stand
private seller, sowerby bridge, united kingdom
Early 18th Century oak chest on stand
£2,000.00
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Small Antique Dome Top Chest, Spanish, Leather, Decorative Trunk, Georgian, 1750
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8540This is a small antique dome-top chest. A Spanish, leather covered decorative trunk, dating to the mid-Georgian period, circa 1750.Fascinating weathered appearance to this Georgian decorative chestDisplays a desirable aged patina throughoutDressed with natural leather in biscuit hues and a delightfully aged finishOf useful size, the interior lined with later newspaper cuttingsOffering a carry handle and with remnants of a travel label to the lidPartial press stud monogram to lid reads A.F. - some loss with ageStout iron clasp to the front, with press stud decoration and bracing to the frameThis is a charming antique dome-top chest, with a wonderfully aged, decorative appeal. Delivered ready to enjoy or display.Dimensions:Max Width: 51cm (20'')Max Depth: 29.5cm (11.5'')Max Height: 23.5cm (9.25'')Interior Width: 46cm (18'')Interior Depth: 27cm (10.75'')Interior Height: 19cm (7.5'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Small Antique Dome Top Chest, Spanish, Leather, Decorative Trunk, Georgian, 1750
£1,295.00
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Antique Libation Cup, Chinese, Lead Alloy, Decorative Bowl, Victorian, C.1880
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Our Stock # 18.8636This is an antique libation cup. A Chinese, leaded alloy decorative bowl, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.Dragon decoration adds a highly appealing finish to this charming cupDisplays a desirable aged patina throughoutCool leaded alloy presents naturally subdued tonesDecorated throughout with long, serpentine dragonsStanding upon a short circular socle with cast diamond mark to baseThis is a fascinating antique libation cup, with strong dragon motif. Ideal for collectors of Chinese taste. Delivered ready to display.Dimensions:Max Width: 12.5cm (5'')Max Depth: 12.5cm (5'')Max Height: 8.5cm (3.25'') Buy it now direct from the dealer here: Antique Libation Cup, Chinese, Lead Alloy, Decorative Bowl, Victorian, C.1880
£895.00
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Victorian Burr Walnut Wellington Secretaire Chest
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1870. Victorian burr walnut Wellington secretaire chest. The polished top in figured walnut with canted and beaded fore-edges above the chest with pilasters with carved corbels, the right one a locking pilaster. The top...
£1,875.00
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George III Neat-Sized Bowfront Mahogany Chest
georgian antiques, edinburgh, united kingdom
Circa 1810. Neat-sized George III bowfront mahogany chest. The demi-lune top in Spanish mahogany with a fluted fore edge and a simple frieze above 3 graduated, cockbeaded drawers with cast brass rococo loop handles and...
£1,200.00
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Antique Merchant's Tool Chest, English, Pine, Craftsman's Trunk, Victorian, 1900
london fine limited, exeter, united kingdom
Antique Merchant's Tool Chest, English, Pine, Craftsman's Trunk, Victorian, 1900
£795.00
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