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George II Mahogany Dressing Chest
Park Lodge Antiques
for sale €46,800     $50,800
£40,000

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George II Mahogany Dressing Chest

18th century
Description

An imposing serpentine mahogany dressing chest.

With boldy carved canted corners and feet.

The single top drawer gives the illusion of three smaller drawers and has fitted interior.

Choice figured veneers are used to accentuate the front profile.

Attributed to the workshop of William Vile or William Hallett.

English circa 1740

Dimensions

Price  £40,000

Physical Dimensions
Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Park Lodge Antiques has dated this George II Mahogany Dressing Chest to the Georgian era.

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SA1072598
Description
An imposing serpentine mahogany dressing chest.

With boldy carved canted corners and feet.

The single top drawer gives the illusion of three smaller drawers and has fitted interior.

Choice figured veneers are used to accentuate the front profile.

Attributed to the workshop of William Vile or William Hallett.

English circa 1740

Dimensions

Price  £40,000

Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Park Lodge Antiques has dated this George II Mahogany Dressing Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1072598
Park Lodge Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2024
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A George II mahogany dressing chest featuring a shaped front, central kneehole cupboard, brass rococo handles, and carved bracket feet.
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Archive I A George II mahogany dressing chest featuring a shaped front, central kneehole cupboard, brass rococo handles, and carved bracket feet.

George II Mahogany Dressing Chest

Archive II A George II mahogany dressing chest featuring a shaped front, central kneehole cupboard, brass rococo handles, and carved bracket feet. View II
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Park Lodge Antiques
Telephone 07747 014098
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The Lodge House
Pyrton
Oxfordshire
OX49 5AN
United Kingdom

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A George II mahogany dressing chest featuring a shaped front, central kneehole cupboard, brass rococo handles, and carved bracket feet.
George II Mahogany Dressing Chest
Ref: SA1072598
A George II mahogany dressing chest featuring a shaped front, central kneehole cupboard, brass rococo handles, and carved bracket feet.
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FAQs

A George II mahogany dressing chest is a piece of case furniture dating from the reign of King George II (17271760), typically featuring a central kneehole, a configuration of drawers, and built-in storage designed for personal grooming and clothing storage.

These chests were predominantly crafted from dense Cuban mahogany, often utilizing secondary woods like oak or pine for drawer linings. Construction features include hand-cut dovetail joints, brass swan-neck or rococo handles, and hand-planed back panels.

Authentic pieces display signs of hand-tooling, such as slight irregularities in dovetails and saw marks on unexposed wood. Original hardware often leaves distinct impression marks or shadow lines on the patinated timber surface.

A Georgian dressing chest functions as a statement piece in a hallway, bedroom, or study. Pairing the dark timber with contemporary artwork or a modern mirror creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and minimalist aesthetics.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the timber patina. Keep the item away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent wood movement and finish deterioration.
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