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Antique 18th Century Oak & Mahogany Chest of Drawers C1780
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Antique 18th Century Oak & Mahogany Chest of Drawers C1780

18th century
Sold 15 March 2025 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Antique 18TH Century Oak & Mahogany Chest of Drawers and dating from around the time of George 111 c1780. Constructed from quality oak it has a moulded edge to the plank top above two short drawers over four long graduating drawers all of which are pine lined with original brass handles and mahogany cross banded edges to the drawer fronts. It is raised on bracket feet.

MEASURES: 52” HIGH X 22.5” DEEP X 43.5” 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 Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
133cm (52.36")
Width
110.5cm (43.50")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1064530
Dealers Internal Reference
W3225/21.4
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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 18TH Century Oak & Mahogany Chest of Drawers and dating from around the time of George 111 c1780. Constructed from quality oak it has a moulded edge to the plank top above two short drawers over four long graduating drawers all of which are pine lined with original brass handles and mahogany cross banded edges to the drawer fronts. It is raised on bracket feet.
fig 1. An 18th-century oak and mahogany chest of drawers featuring five graduated horizontal drawers with brass drop handles and bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique 18th Century Oak & Mahogany Chest of Drawers C1780

MEASURES: 52” HIGH X 22.5” DEEP X 43.5” 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. An 18th-century oak and mahogany chest of drawers featuring five graduated horizontal drawers with brass drop handles and bracket feet.
fig 2. Antique 18th Century Oak & Mahogany Chest of Drawers C1780

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.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

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 Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the Georgian era.

Height
133cm (52.36")
Width
110.5cm (43.50")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1064530
Dealers Internal Ref
W3225/21.4
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 177
Items Sold 6,495
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Location: Four lane Ends Farm, Skipton Rd (A59), Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2BX
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An 18th-century oak and mahogany chest of drawers featuring five graduated horizontal drawers with brass drop handles and bracket feet.
ANTIQUE 18TH CENTURY OAK & MAHOGANY CHEST OF DRAWERS C1780
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Mahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet, Crossbanded details
  • SizeH 133 cm (52 in) x W 110.5 cm (44 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

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The Georgian style spans the reigns of the British Kings George I through IV (1714-1830), characterised by classical proportions, symmetry, and refined craftsmanship. Furniture from this era transitioned from heavy walnut to rich mahogany and oak, often featuring clean lines and understated bracket feet.

Authentic 18th-century chests typically utilise solid timbers such as oak for structural framing and secondary woods, combined with mahogany for primary visible surfaces. Construction methods feature hand-cut dovetails on drawer boxes, tongue-and-groove drawer bottoms, and handmade brass hardware.

Authentication relies on examining construction joints for irregularities indicative of hand tools, checking for hand-sawn timber marks on the backboards, and observing natural ageing such as surface oxidisation and shrinkage cracks in the wood.

An antique wooden chest anchors a modern room by adding warmth, texture, and historical contrast. Pair it with minimalist contemporary art, a simple ceramic lamp, or keep the surface uncluttered to highlight the natural grain of the wood.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels between 40% and 50% to prevent wood splitting, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber surface.
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