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Georgian Small Mahogany Chest on Chest with Hair Slide
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Georgian Small Mahogany Chest on Chest with Hair Slide

18th century
Sold 20 October 2025 · Mike Melody Antiques
This “Georgian Small Mahogany Chest on Chest with Hair Slide” found a buyer.

It was listed by Mike Melody Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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An 18thc chippendale period small mahogany 2 part chest on chest with a "brushing slide" c1780 of great quality.

Cuban mahogany and superb oak linings generally denote it was made by a top cabinet maker of the day.

It is small and measures only 182cms h 110cms w and 53cms deep

In original condition with original handles and a "brushing/hair" slide.

Also the extra chippendale features of canted corners, dentil cornice and "blind fret" corners.

It has a great original colour and has no obvious repairs.

It was constructed in two parts for removal etc.

UK delivery included

As always offered at our normal competitive price.

Lapada/cinoa members since1985

All forms of payments including ccs etc

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1078830
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An 18thc chippendale period small mahogany 2 part chest on chest with a "brushing slide" c1780 of great quality.
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Cuban mahogany and superb oak linings generally denote it was made by a top cabinet maker of the day.
Mike Melody Antiques
fig 1. An antique dark brown mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and decorative carved details.
fig 1. Georgian Small Mahogany Chest on Chest with Hair Slide

It is small and measures only 182cms h 110cms w and 53cms deep

In original condition with original handles and a "brushing/hair" slide.

Also the extra chippendale features of canted corners, dentil cornice and "blind fret" corners.

fig 2. An antique dark brown mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and decorative carved details.
fig 2. Georgian Small Mahogany Chest on Chest with Hair Slide

It has a great original colour and has no obvious repairs.

It was constructed in two parts for removal etc.

UK delivery included

As always offered at our normal competitive price.

Lapada/cinoa members since1985

All forms of payments including ccs etc

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1078830
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Mike Melody Antiques Profile Page

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Mike Melody Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An antique dark brown mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and decorative carved details. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Chester
Cheshire
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jan 2013
Items For Sale 148
Items Sold 736
Mike Melody Antiques
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An antique dark brown mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and decorative carved details.
GEORGIAN SMALL MAHOGANY CHEST ON CHEST WITH HAIR SLIDE
Ref: SA1078830
An antique dark brown mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers, brass swing handles, and decorative carved details.
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  • ObjectChest on Chest
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDentil moulding, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet, Graduated drawers

The Georgian style spans the reigns of the first four Georges from 1714 to 1830, characterised by classical symmetry, balanced proportions, and the growing dominance of imported mahogany over native timbers like oak and walnut.

These pieces typically feature solid mahogany and mahogany veneers applied to secondary structural woods like pine or oak. Construction relies on hand-cut dovetail joints for the drawer boxes and tongue-and-groove joinery for internal panels.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-beveled drawer edges, irregular hand-cut dovetailing, period-correct brass hardware with cast backplates, and natural wax patination developed over centuries of use.

A tallboy serves as a striking focal point in a bedroom or dressing room, offering vertical storage without claiming excessive floor space. Pair it with minimalist contemporary decor to allow the rich timber grain to stand out.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting. Clean gently using a soft, dry cloth and nourish the wood periodically with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone sprays.
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