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A beautifully crafted miniature walnut chest dating to the 1880s, complete with an Eastlake‑style carved backrail and three dovetailed drawers …
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A beautifully crafted miniature walnut chest dating to the 1880s, complete with an Eastlake‑style carved backrail and three dovetailed drawers fitted with white porcelain knobs. Its scale and workmanship suggest it may have originally served as a salesman sample, apprentice piece, or jewelry chest, echoing the same architectural lines and geometric ornamentation found in full‑size Eastlake furniture of the period.
The chest is constructed in solid walnut with a warm, naturally aged finish that highlights its Victorian character. The drawers feature hand‑cut dovetails, a hallmark of quality even in miniature form, and they slide smoothly. At just over ten inches tall, this piece is wonderfully versatile—perfect for display on a desk, bookshelf, or dressing table, or as a charming accent in a curated vignette.
Whether used for jewelry, keepsakes, dollhouse furniture, or simply enjoyed as a piece of 19th‑century craftsmanship, it brings an intimate scale and authentic patina that only true antiques possess.
Approximate size: 10.25ʺW × 10.25ʺH × 9ʺD
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- Dimensions
- 10.25ʺW × 9ʺD × 10.25ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition with age‑appropriate wear consistent with its 140+ years. Surface shows bumps, bruises, and finish marks from long … moreGood antique condition with age‑appropriate wear consistent with its 140+ years. Surface shows bumps, bruises, and finish marks from long use Side scratches and minor cracks that do not affect stability or function Finish marks on the top, as photographed One porcelain knob screw was replaced long ago Back panel was replaced many years ago Drawers retain their original dovetailed construction and operate properly Presents beautifully with a warm walnut tone and the charming imperfections expected of an authentic 19th‑century miniature. less
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