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Antique Walnut Wellington Chest

$4,358.52
£3,150
€3,731.07
CA$5,967.24
A$6,618.12
CHF 3,475.51
MX$81,275.16
NOK 43,996.65
SEK 41,489.43
DKK 27,837.90
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About the Item

Antique Walnut Wellington Chest A good Victorian figured walnut Wellington chest with well carved corbels and flower heads and a secretaire drawer fitted with 2 drawers veneered in burr maple. Bought in a local house from a retired classics teacher from Clifton college. Writing height 30"
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Minor veneer repairs by our workshop. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bradford-on-Avon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: S4291stDibs: LU958239165832

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