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Antique Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers C1880

Name: Antique Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers C1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1036182
Price: 795 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 3 May 2025 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd

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Description

Antique Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest Of Drawers and dating from around 1880. Constructed from quality mahogany it has a squared edge to the top above three moulded and cross banded frieze panels which are in fact three secret drawers. This is above two short drawers over three long graduating drawers all of which are pine lined with original turned mahogany knob handles with mother of pearl insets. It is raised on bracket feet joined by a shaped frieze.

MEASURES: 52” HIGH X 20.5” DEEPX 47” WIDE

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the charm and character of the period. Our furniture is cleaned and polished using traditional waxing methods.

DELIVERY WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME TO VIEW STOCK AT OUR 4000.SQ.FT WAREHOUSE AND WE WELCOME ALL ENQUIRIES VIA EMAIL/TELEPHONE 01423561334/078843773

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

132cm (51.97")

Width

119.5cm (47.05")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1036182

Dealers Internal Reference

W3155/11.12

Dealers Notes

FULL REFUND GUARANTEE

WE FULL UNDERSTAND THAT BUYING ON THE INTERNET CAN BE A DAUNTING EXPERIENCE AND FOR THIS REASON WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY FOR YOU TO HAVE A PIECE DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME AND IF FOR ANY REASON YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH IT ON ARRIVAL we will give a full refund on any item, provided you let us know within 7 days of delivery and provided the item is returned to us in its original condition. (You will only need to pay for the courier charges for delivery and return).

Where we offer 'free delivery' we will include this in the refund and therefore you would only need to pay the return courier fee.

UNDER THE DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO RETURN YOUR ITEM WITHIN 7 DAYS FROM THE DAY AFTER RECEIPT OF DELIVERY

WE SELL QUALITY ANTIQUE FURNITURE AT TRADE PRICES

MIKE & MARIA AT

CASTLEFORGE ANTIQUES LTD

PLEASE CALL FOR A CHAT AND TO DISCUSS ANY REQUIREMENTS OR QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.

01423 561334/07884 377373

Description

Antique Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest Of Drawers and dating from around 1880.

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Constructed from quality mahogany it has a squared edge to the top above three moulded and cross banded frieze panels which are in fact three secret drawers.

Castleforge Antiques Ltd

This is above two short drawers over three long graduating drawers all of which are pine lined with original turned mahogany knob handles with mother of pearl insets. It is raised on bracket feet joined by a shaped frieze.

fig 1. A dark brown Victorian mahogany bow front chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers with turned wooden pulls. — fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers C1880

MEASURES: 52” HIGH X 20.5” DEEPX 47” WIDE

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the charm and character of the period. Our furniture is cleaned and polished using traditional waxing methods.

fig 2. A dark brown Victorian mahogany bow front chest of drawers featuring multiple stacked drawers with turned wooden pulls. — fig 2. Antique Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers C1880

DELIVERY WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME TO VIEW STOCK AT OUR 4000.SQ.FT WAREHOUSE AND WE WELCOME ALL ENQUIRIES VIA EMAIL/TELEPHONE 01423561334/078843773

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

132cm (51.97")

Width

119.5cm (47.05")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1036182

Dealers Internal Ref

W3155/11.12

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Victorian furniture, spanning the reign of Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1901, encompasses various revival styles characterised by solid construction, rich dark woods like mahogany and walnut, and often elaborate ornamentation reflecting the industrial and artisanal capabilities of the era.

Cabinet makers of the 19th century predominantly utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, and walnut for primary visible surfaces and structural frames, often incorporating secondary timbers like pine or deal for drawer linings and carcase backs.

Authentic pieces typically feature period-appropriate construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer boxes, older secondary wood linings, hand-turned wooden knobs or brass hardware, and natural signs of age and patina on the finish.

A classic wooden chest of drawers adds warmth and character to contemporary schemes when paired with minimalist decor, serving as a functional focal point that contrasts cleanly with neutral walls and modern lighting.

Preservation requires keeping the piece out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent wood splitting, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying a traditional beeswax polish to nourish the timber.

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Antique Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers C1880

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