{"product_id":"very-rare-antique-victorian-scottish-chest-of-six-drawers-circa-1850","title":"VERY RARE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN SCOTTISH CHEST OF SIX DRAWERS – CIRCA 1850","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2_tb_body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3_tb_body  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_wc_tabs et_pb_wc_tabs_0_tb_body et_pb_tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_all_tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_tab clearfix et_pb_active_content et-pb-active-slide\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_tab_content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA seriously impressive piece of Victorian furniture with bags of character, incredible figuring and a fantastic original finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are delighted to offer this \u003cstrong\u003every rare Victorian Scottish chest of six drawers, dating from around 1850\u003c\/strong\u003e — a substantial and beautifully crafted piece that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanding at an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e126cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is not a lightweight reproduction or modern imitation. It has the presence, craftsmanship and unmistakable character of genuine 19th-century furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest is constructed in beautifully figured \u003cstrong\u003eflame mahogany\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the drawer fronts displaying exceptional grain and rich, warm colour. It features \u003cstrong\u003esix graduated drawers\u003c\/strong\u003e, each fitted with finely turned original-style mahogany knobs and \u003cstrong\u003ehand-cut dovetail joints\u003c\/strong\u003e, demonstrating the quality of workmanship expected from a piece of this age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding considerably to its character are the \u003cstrong\u003estunning turned and hand-carved side pillars\u003c\/strong\u003e, which frame the chest beautifully and give it a wonderfully imposing Scottish Victorian appearance. It stands on a simple plinth with \u003cstrong\u003eturned feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, completing the elegant design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd then there is the storage…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo discreet secret drawers are cleverly concealed within the upper section\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding a fantastic little piece of Victorian intrigue. Perfect for keeping valuables, documents or simply enjoying the fact that your antique chest has a secret or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe condition is \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional for its age\u003c\/strong\u003e, retaining its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal beautifully glazed French-polished finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. The surface has developed exactly the sort of depth, patina and richness that only comes with well over a century of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of \u003cstrong\u003erare Scottish design, exceptional figured timber, original finish, impressive proportions and secret drawers\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this a particularly desirable example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA magnificent statement piece that would sit equally well in a traditional country house, period property or a contemporary interior where it could really take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 121cms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58cms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 118cms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDELIVERY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocal delivery can be arranged for a small fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, I can arrange \u003cstrong\u003enational courier delivery at the buyer's expense\u003c\/strong\u003e, or you are very welcome to arrange your own courier collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference: S620\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA genuinely rare Victorian chest with exceptional character, beautiful timber\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3_tb_body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_4_tb_body  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_wc_related_products et_pb_wc_related_products_0_tb_body et_pb_bg_layout_\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module_inner\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"related products\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bridge Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57294404321658,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/0271\/5747\/files\/adc8f1fd-b152-4b05-a800-2f76e97c4c7d.png?v=1790092335","url":"https:\/\/bridgeantiques.uk\/products\/very-rare-antique-victorian-scottish-chest-of-six-drawers-circa-1850","provider":"Bridge Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}