Categories: Antique, Collectables
Rare Victorian Slate Miniature Chest of Drawers – Antique 19thC Model
£ 80.00
Categories: Antique, Collectables
Rare Victorian Slate Miniature Chest of Drawers – Antique 19thC Model
£ 80.00
On offer is an exceptional and rare Victorian-era slate miniature chest of drawers, dating from the 19th century. This unique and highly collectible antique model showcases the superb craftsmanship of the Victorian period, meticulously carved from solid slate with a beautiful, aged patina that adds to its charm and authenticity.
The chest features four intricately detailed drawers, each adorned with original black ceramic knobs and contrasting marble-like inlaid panels. The side profile is gracefully shaped with decorative cut-out patterns, demonstrating the Victorian fascination with both function and elaborate form.
While primarily decorative, these miniature chests were often used in the 19th century as salesman’s samples, apprentice pieces, or as unique vanity boxes, making them a sought-after collectible today. The slate construction is robust yet elegant, offering a wonderful tactile quality and historical appeal.
📌 Key Features: ✅ Authentic 19th-century Victorian slate miniature chest of drawers
✅ Beautifully carved solid slate with decorative cut-out sides
✅ Original black ceramic knobs & marble-effect inlay on drawer fronts
✅ Good antique condition – Minor corner chips, slight movement between base & body (see images)
✅ Approx. Size: 10 inches tall x 9.5 inches wide
✅ Rare collector’s piece – Highly desirable for antique lovers & decorative arts enthusiasts
✅ Retains original Victorian patina – Unpolished for authenticity
✅ A perfect decorative accent or historical conversation piece
Perfect For: ✔️ Collectors of Victorian antiques & miniature furniture
✔️ Enthusiasts of decorative slateware and 19th-century craftsmanship
✔️ Unique home décor lovers seeking rare, statement pieces
✔️ Antique dealers or museums focused on Victorian-era artifacts
✔️ Gift for history enthusiasts & collectors of rare miniatures
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a genuine Victorian slate model chest of drawers, a fine example of 19th-century design ingenuity and artisan skill. Pieces like this seldom come to market in such complete, original condition.
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📌 Don’t miss your chance to own this rare Victorian antique – Add it to your collection today!
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