Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Storage, Cot Drawer, Neoclassical, Victorian

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This is an antique chest of drawers. An English, mahogany storage piece with cot drawer in Neoclassical taste, dating to … Read more This is an antique chest of drawers. An English, mahogany storage piece with cot drawer in Neoclassical taste, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

Fine-quality storage chest, with superb Neoclassical taste and craftsmanship
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout
Graced with flame drawer fascia and warm caramel hues

Fascinating, deep plinth top with gently rolled edges
Arranged as three wide drawers, graduated in height
Distinctive lower 'cot' drawer offering 13' of internal storage height
The drawer size being perfect for a new-born baby in the Victorian period

Each dressed with oval drop handles on decorated backplates
Circular lock escutcheons to each — untested, keys absent
Upper drawer engraved to the base with the initials R.T
The whole riding smoothly upon castors, inset to broad bun feet

This is a delightful antique chest of drawers, with a graceful Neoclassical form and fascinating function. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 94cm (37'')
Max Depth: 50cm (19.75'')
Max Height: 92cm (36.25'')

Drawer Width: 83cm (32.75'')
Drawer Depth: 42cm (16.5'')

Drawer 1 Height: 13cm (5'')
Drawer 2 Height: 17cm (6.75'')
Drawer 3 Height: 33cm (13'') See less