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19th Century Louis XVI Style Petite Commode or Child' s Chest
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century Louis XVI style petite French commode, or chest of drawers made of solid oak
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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antiques Antique Chest

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Oak

Art Deco 1920's Chest of Two Drawers Walnut and Satinwood with Ebonised Inlay
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco two drawer chest on tapered legs. Australian walnut veneered with ebonised and
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1920s English Art Deco Antiques Antique Chest

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Satinwood, Walnut

1840's Primitive Red 6 Board Pine blanket chest
Located in Wallkill, NY
This authentic Antique Primitive 6 Board Pine Blanket Chest is a rare find for collectors and
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Mid-19th Century American Primitive Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

1850's Primitive 6 board Pine Blue / Gray Blanket Chest
Located in Wallkill, NY
This authentic Primitive 6 Board Pine Antique Blanket Chest, it is a rare find for collectors and
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Mid-19th Century American Primitive Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

Mid 1800's Primitive Green Painted 6 board Blanket Chest
Located in Wallkill, NY
This authentic Primitive 6 Board Pine Antique Blanket Chest, it is a rare find for collectors and
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Mid-19th Century American Primitive Antiques Antique Chest

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Pine

1930's Grey Painted Chest of Drawers, French
Located in Hastings, GB
Large French Chest Of Drawers Fantastic Large Scale Set Of Drawers France 1930'S Grey Paint Finish
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Early 20th Century French Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique 1930's Grey Painted Chest of Drawers,  French
1930's Grey Painted Chest of Drawers,  French
H 41.34 in W 50.01 in D 25.01 in
1930's American Modernist Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Stamford, CT
A handsome American Modernist tall chest of drawers. With beautiful flame walnut veneer and silver
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Early 20th Century American Modern Antiques Antique Chest

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Walnut

1800's Empire mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Saint ouen, FR
1800's Empire mahogany chest of drawers very good condition mahogany and marble 1800 L80 x h85 x
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Early 1800s Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Marble

Antique 1800's Empire mahogany chest of drawers
1800's Empire mahogany chest of drawers
H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 21.66 in
1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage 1930’s Art Deco walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from
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1920s British Art Deco Antiques Antique Chest

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Brass

Antique 1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers
1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 43.31 in W 29.93 in D 19.3 in
Primitive American- Pennsylvania Antique Blanket Chest Bench circa 1800's W Till
Located in Wilmington, DE
Primitive American- Pa Antique blanket chest bench circa 1800's w till Offered is a Primitive
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1860s North American Country Antiques Antique Chest

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Walnut

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful and patinated Early 1900's Chippendale genuine Mahogany highboy chest of drawers in
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Mahogany

1920's French Louis XV Style Walnut Inlaid Commode Chest Server By Rockford
By Rockford National Furniture Company 1
Located in Long Branch, NJ
1920's French Louis XV Style Walnut Inlaid Commode Chest Server By Rockford Dimensions : 44" Wide
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1920s American Louis XV Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Walnut

Antique Empire Period Mahogany Chest of Drawers, c. 1850’s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Antique figured Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers featuring original glass pulls, full columns and
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1850s American Empire Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful and patinated Early 1900's Chippendale genuine Mahogany commode chest of drawers in
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Mahogany

1740’s King George III Flame Mahogany Rosewood and Tulipwood Chest of Drawers
Located in Louisville, KY
chests from the mid 18th century. An English - King George III, Hepplewhite flame mahogany five-drawer
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1740s English George III Antiques Antique Chest

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Mahogany, Rosewood, Tulipwood

Antique Period Late 1700's English Georgian Quarter Sawn Oak Chest on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Period Late 1700's English Georgian Oak Chest on Stand with the upper section comprised of
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Wooden Chest
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Spanish colonial style chest. Measurements: Height: 15" length: 32" Depth: 17"
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Early 1900s Mexican Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Iron

Wooden Chest
Wooden Chest
H 15 in W 17 in D 32 in
Italian Neoclassical Single Chest
Located in New York, NY
A Neoclassical Demi-Lune chest. Various woods in marquetry patterns with fine fruitwood inlay
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1840s Italian Neoclassical Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Italian Neoclassical Single Chest
Italian Neoclassical Single Chest
H 31 in W 45.5 in D 19 in
19th C English Brass Bound Campaign Style Chest on Chest
Located in New York, NY
Classic two section Campaign style chest on chest, constructed of solid wood, with brass bound
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Late 19th Century British Campaign Antiques Antique Chest

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Brass, Iron

17th Century Double Locks Oak Chest
Located in Brussels, Brussels
superb 17th century oak chest with double locks and very beautiful irons. Double-locked safes are
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17th Century French Renaissance Antiques Antique Chest

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Oak

17th Century Double Locks Oak Chest
17th Century Double Locks Oak Chest
H 22.05 in W 46.46 in D 23.63 in
1920's Swedish Art Deco Flame Birch Cabinet Chest of Drawers with Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Swedish Art Deco chest with rosewood inlay. This versatile piece features two deep drawers
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Antiques Antique Chest

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Birch, Rosewood

Chest on Stand Rustic Brown Wood Brass Nail Heads
Located in New York, NY
Chest on Stand Rustic Wood Brass Nail Heads. A decorative chest on a stand decorated with brass
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Antiques Antique Chest

Antique Oak Wood & Brass Mounted Syrian Coffer Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Oak (possibly walnut) Wood & Brass Mounted Syrian Coffer Blanket Chest Trunk. Item features
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Early 1900s Islamic Antiques Antique Chest

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Brass

Pine Bombay Chest
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Solid pine Bombay chest of drawers made in 90’s in the modernized style of Baroque. It has been
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16th Century American Baroque Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

Pine Bombay Chest
Pine Bombay Chest
H 36 in W 67.5 in D 28 in
Fine Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A Biedermeier chest of drawers in an architectural style. Crafted in walnut veneer and walnut burl
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1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Walnut

Fine Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Fine Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
H 31 in W 34.75 in D 21 in
Dutch Empire Style Tall Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A tall Dutch Empire style chest made of mahogany and ebonized wood during the 1800’s. This mahogany
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19th Century Dutch Empire Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Dutch Empire Style Tall Chest
Dutch Empire Style Tall Chest
H 62 in W 44.25 in D 20.75 in
Chest Of Drawers, Circa 1910
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Chest of drawers with raised edge made in Hungary circa 1910. The cabinet is made of pine wood. The
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

Chest Of Drawers, Circa 1910
Chest Of Drawers, Circa 1910
H 57.09 in W 34.65 in D 20.08 in
19th Century Solid Teak Dutch Colonial Chest Strongbox With Brass Hardware
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare, solid Dutch Colonial teak and brass strongbox. This chest is built like the vault it was
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1880s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Teak

English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning mahogany chest of drawers made in England. This four drawer chest features a linear
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19th Century English Other Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 38.75 in W 38.5 in D 17.25 in
Original 1890 Army & Navy C.S.L Stamped Campaign Chest of Drawers Including Desk
By Army & Navy CSL
Located in GB
C.S.L stamped officers Campaign chest of drawers with drop front Birds Eye Maple desk These are
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Marquetry Dressing Chest
Located in New York, NY
19th century Dutch marquetry dressing chest. Finely carved barley twist posts hold scalloped swing
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19th Century Dutch Antiques Antique Chest

Marquetry Dressing Chest
Marquetry Dressing Chest
H 79 in W 39 in D 20 in
Tennessee Antique American Hand Built Primitive Blanket Chest Relic Cow Feeder
Located in Atlanta, GA
built primitive blanket chest relic which served as a trough for a cow. I'll be the first (maybe) to
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Late 19th Century American Rustic Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique 18th Century mahogany chest on chest of drawers tallboy
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers. Attractive canted front corners
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18th Century Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Massive Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A massive solid oak chest of drawers from the early 1800’s. This large chest has three easy-to-use
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19th Century Dutch Other Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Metal

Massive Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Massive Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
H 45 in W 51.5 in D 25 in
Chest Of Drawers, commode, Circa 1920
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A particularly large and well-built chest of drawers with three drawers. The cabinet comes from
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1920s Hungarian Neoclassical Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

Chest Of Drawers, commode, Circa 1920
Chest Of Drawers, commode, Circa 1920
H 38.98 in W 51.19 in D 26.78 in
Fine Biedermeier Chest of Three Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A fine Biedermeier chest of drawers. Crafted in cherrywood with columns flanking the lower two
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1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Cherry

Dutch 19th Century Oak Empire Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A classic Dutch Empire chest made of oak during the 1800’s. The top drawer protrudes forward over
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19th Century Dutch Empire Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Dutch 19th Century Oak Empire Chest
Dutch 19th Century Oak Empire Chest
H 41.75 in W 41.25 in D 21.25 in
Antique 18th Century mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers. Lovely age, colour and patina
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18th Century Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Oak Mule Chest Coffer 18th Century
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality Georgian oak mule chest coffer 18th Century Solid and strong, with no loose
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18th Century Georgian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Oak

Antique William III Oak Linen Chest Trunk 18th Century
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Antique oak chest trunk dating in the period of William III 1700's. This English linen chest trunk
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18th Century English William IV Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Metal

Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century inlaid mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers. This is a lovely chest
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19th Century Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Italian 18th Century Walnut Chest from Tuscany
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome Italian 18th century walnut chest from Tuscany. The chest is raised by elegant scalloped
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18th Century Italian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Walnut

Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A charming antique walnut chest of drawers, made in England and dating from around the 1920-30’s
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1920s British Georgian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Walnut

Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 22.84 in W 18.12 in D 13 in
American William & Mary Style Chest on Stand
Located in New York, NY
American William & Mary style chest on stand, largely late 19th century, the upper section with
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Late 19th Century American Classical Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Italian 18th Century Venetian St. Painted Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and extremely decorative Italian 18th century Venetian st. painted chest. The two
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18th Century Italian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Bronze

English Naval dockyard campaign chest
Located in Salisbury, GB
Victorian Naval dockyard chest This Victorian Naval dockyard chest was made in the last quarter of
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1870s English Campaign Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Teak

English Naval dockyard campaign chest
English Naval dockyard campaign chest
H 42.5 in W 36 in D 18.5 in
Antique fine quality 18th Century burr walnut tallboy chest on chest of drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality 18th Century burr figured walnut tallboy chest on chest of drawers. This is a
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18th Century Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood, Walnut

William and Mary Oysterwood Chest
Located in Skipton, GB
A fine and documented William and Mary period chest of drawers. The top is veneered in well chosen
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Late 17th Century English William and Mary Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Olive, Sycamore

William and Mary Oysterwood Chest
William and Mary Oysterwood Chest
H 32.68 in W 37.8 in D 23.23 in
Neoclassical Revival Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
This solid birch and fir chest of drawers with mahogany veneer, is from a region of Sweden, famous
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Early 1800s Swedish Neoclassical Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Birch

Neoclassical Revival Chest of Drawers
Neoclassical Revival Chest of Drawers
H 27.5 in W 35.5 in D 18 in
Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very large and extremely well made antique Victorian period chest of drawers. This was made in
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1860s British Victorian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
H 48.04 in W 44.1 in D 21.26 in
Antique French Kingwood Marble Top Dresser Chest Server Commode
Located in Long Branch, NJ
​Stunning Antique French Kingwood Marble Top Dresser Chest Server Commode Dimensions : 52 Wide X
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1920s French Louis XV Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Kingwood

Early 20th Century Oak Blanket Chest Trunk With Scroll Carved Detailing
Located in GB
Here we have for sale an early 20th century oak blanket chest on bracket feet with scroll-carved
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Early 20th Century European Country Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Oak

Swedish 18th Century Blue Painted Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
An exquisite 18th Century baroque 3 drawer chest. This blue painted three-drawer chest features a
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Metal

Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique military campaign chest of drawers. This was made in England, it
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1920s British Campaign Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
H 39.38 in W 37.01 in D 20.08 in
1860 ITALIAN ORIGINAL PAINT EXTRA LARGE STORAGE TRUNK OR CHEST CHERUB PAINTINGs
Located in GB
circa 1860's Italian hand painted storage trunk or chest depicting Cherubs Please note the delivery
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1860s Italian High Victorian Antiques Antique Chest

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Pine

18th C. Rococo Swedish Bureau Chest
Located in Houston, TX
1770's Swedish rococo Bureau chest. Serpentine front chest with drop front secretary. interior
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1770s Swedish Rococo Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

18th C. Rococo Swedish Bureau Chest
18th C. Rococo Swedish Bureau Chest
H 38.75 in W 41.25 in D 22 in
Pair of Important Chests With Berlin Cast Iron Details
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Important chests in maple with burl veneer and ebonized details. Extraordinarily crafted
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1820s German Biedermeier Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Cherry

Antique Victorian Wellington Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian Wellington chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from
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1850s British High Victorian Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Wellington Chest of Drawers
Antique Victorian Wellington Chest of Drawers
H 50.4 in W 23.63 in D 18.12 in
Art Deco Walnut Tallboy Chest / Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made Art Deco walnut tallboy chest / cabinet. This was made in England, it
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1920s British Art Deco Antiques Antique Chest

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Tallboy Chest / Cabinet
Art Deco Walnut Tallboy Chest / Cabinet
H 50.79 in W 29.93 in D 18.12 in
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique burr walnut chest of drawers of the highest order. This was made in England by
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1920s British Queen Anne Antiques Antique Chest

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Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 42.92 in W 33.08 in D 23.23 in
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Antiques Antique Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antiques antique chest you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every antiques antique chest was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antiques antique chest, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A antiques antique chest, designed in the Georgian, Victorian or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antiques antique chest has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Europa Antiques, Gillows of Lancaster & London and Biedermeier are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antiques Antique Chest?

A antiques antique chest can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,841, while the lowest priced sells for $120 and the highest can go for as much as $92,470.
Questions About Antiques Antique Chest
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suzani is a form of embroidered tapestry, generally made on velvet, silk or cotton cloth. Suzanis have held a long tradition as being integral to interior decoration in central Asia. They were also thought to be talismans and would bring good luck to one’s home. Shop a collection of suzani tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    First used by the Egyptians and later the Romans, pewter is an alloy composed predominantly of tin. It can also be mixed with copper, silver or lead. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique pewter pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pewter is a type of tin alloy that’s been popular for centuries. Many examples of antique pewter objects exist, including dinnerware and sculpture. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pewter from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Generally, an antique toy is any toy made over 100 years ago. A toy made more than 20 years ago is vintage. Shop an assortment of toys on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One simple way to identify antique ironstone is to pick it up. Because of the thickness of the vitreous pottery, it will usually feel much heavier than expected. Pieces free of cracks and chips ring like a bell if you strike them with your finger while gripping them by the handle. Find a variety of expertly vetted vintage and antique ironstone on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Determining the age of a rug often depends on the style of rug because different styles have evolved at their own rates and with their own characteristics. One thing you can look for is a date; some rugs weave the year into the border. Another thing to make note of is the color of the rug. Bright dyes and synthetic fibers weren’t available until the 1920s for rugs, so authentic antique rugs will have muted tones. Shop a collection of vetted antique rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can tell if a mirror is antique through a number of indicators. For example, most antique mirrors are quite small in size, measuring no more than 2 feet. Additionally, antique mirrors will show signs of sports or discoloration. Many antique mirrors will have bubbling or waves in the glass.

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