This is a very good example of a hard to find ( rare ) genuine antique English Victorian period circa 1855 Wellington chest. They are popular due to the small amount of floor space that they require however still offer lots of storage in drawers.
This one is superior in that it is made from imported prestigiious exotic BrazilianRosewood of lovely honey colour and is well figured. There are six flush fitting full width stacked and graduated drawers each with a pair of nicely turned drawer pull knobs.
With a normal chest of drawers not only does it require more floor space but they also require a lock on each drawer. With a Wellington Chest there is only one lock in an overlapping hinged flap that when in position and locked it prevents all the drawers from opening.
It is believed that the origin of the Wellington Chest was a narrow and tall chest of drawers secured by a hinged and locking pillaster commissioned by the first Duke of Wellington ( Arthur Wellesley ) so he could carry it around with him through various battle campaigns.
Condition: As is very good original.
Size: Width 68cm x Depth 48cm x Height 136cm.
Price: Our showroom price was $4,895 however now reduced as it is available through our warehouse for less - $$3,895.
Sellers Observation: These are very rare especially in this size and in Rosewood. I don’t know when we will see another like this.
Color
Brown
Style
Victorian
Material
Rosewood
Condition
Good
Dimensions (cm)
68.0W x 48.0D x 136.0H
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