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A Fine George III Bow-fronted Chest
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A Fine George III Bow-fronted Chest

18th century
Sold 21 February 2025 · W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
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A Fine George III Bow-Fronted Chest. Raised on elegant splay feet with a shaped apron and above four long graduated drawers with oak linings and original locks and unusual brass knob handles. The one piece top with a fine molded edge. In very good and original condition and with a good colour and waxed patina. 850mm high, 980mm wide and 540mm deep. English. Circa 1790.

Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
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SA1076703
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A Fine George III Bow-Fronted Chest.
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Raised on elegant splay feet with a shaped apron and above four long graduated drawers with oak linings and original locks and unusual brass knob handles.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

The one piece top with a fine molded edge. In very good and original condition and with a good colour and waxed patina. 850mm high, 980mm wide and 540mm deep. English. Circa 1790.

Date of Manufacture

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1076703
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

English and continental furniture, mirrors and decorative objects from the 18th & 19th centuries.

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A Fine George III Bow-fronted Chest

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W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07712 651231
Location
Unit 1
Warren Farm Stables
Sundridge
Nr Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 6EE
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A front-facing view of a polished dark mahogany George III bow-fronted chest with four graduating drawers and octagonal knobs.
A Fine George III Bow-Fronted Chest
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A front-facing view of a polished dark mahogany George III bow-fronted chest with four graduating drawers and octagonal knobs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBow front, Graduating drawers, Valanced apron, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 98 cm (39 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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The George III style spans the reign of King George III from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a transition from heavier mahogany designs influenced by Chippendale to lighter, more refined neoclassical forms championed by Hepplewhite and Sheraton.

Authentic pieces typically feature solid mahogany or mahogany veneers applied to secondary woods like oak or pine, constructed with hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers and pegged mortise and tenon framing.

Authenticity is indicated by period-correct hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage consistent with age, original backboards made of secondary timbers, and hand-forged iron or brass fixings rather than modern machine screws.

A classic wooden chest adds warmth and textural contrast when paired with contemporary neutral walls, minimalist lighting, and modern textiles, grounding the space with historical character.

Preserve the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, dusting with a dry microfibre cloth, and occasionally applying pure beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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