A late Victorian pitch pine single-door wardrobe with twin lower drawers, retaining its original carved details and panelled construction. The base is hand-inscribed “Major P. Wiltshire”, linking it directly to Major Percy Wiltshire of the Royal Field Artillery - born 1873 in Great Yarmouth, son of a local solicitor, commanding officer of the 251st Siege Battery in the First World War, and killed in action in France in April 1917.
A rare surviving piece with verifiable provenance, making it both a functional storage cabinet and a genuine historical artefact.
Condition:
The wardrobe has been previously painted and later stripped; remnants of old paint remain in carvings, grain lines and mouldings.
Age-related wear throughout including scratches, small losses, knocks and wear to edges.
Drawers run well for age. Interior shelves are later but fit well.
A solid, characterful example with an untouched, honest finish.
Approximate Dimensions:
Length 101cm
Width 46cm
Height 193.5cm
Please be aware that this item does show signs of use, which is to be expected considering its age. These signs of wear add authenticity to the item. We recommend carefully studying the pictures as they form a significant part of the description. Thank you.
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