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19thc Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers

Name: 19thc Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1079201
Price: 645 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 16 March 2025 · Andros Antiques

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Description

This 19thC Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest Of Drawers stands on splayed feet of long elegant form that lead into a shaped apron. Consisting of two smaller drawers above two larger ones offering plenty of storage space for such a compact overall size. The drawer fronts are veneered in beautifully figured Mahogany flame veneer.

The brass handles complement the warm rich tone of the Mahogany so well. All the drawers run smoothly. Presented in restored condition, this Chest of Drawers would work very well in many areas of the home.

Supplied with working keys.

Circa 19thC

Dimensions

Width 35in/89cm

Depth 19½in/50cm

Height 35in/89cm

Date of Manufacture

Andros Antiques has dated this Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

89cm (35.04")

Width

89cm (35.04")

Depth

50cm (19.69")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1079201

Dealers Internal Reference

1439

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Description

This 19thC Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest Of Drawers stands on splayed feet of long elegant form that lead into a shaped apron.

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Consisting of two smaller drawers above two larger ones offering plenty of storage space for such a compact overall size.

Andros Antiques

The drawer fronts are veneered in beautifully figured Mahogany flame veneer.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century mahogany bow fronted chest of drawers featuring brass swing handles and a shaped apron. — fig 1. 19thc Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers

The brass handles complement the warm rich tone of the Mahogany so well. All the drawers run smoothly. Presented in restored condition, this Chest of Drawers would work very well in many areas of the home.

Supplied with working keys.

Circa 19thC

Dimensions

Width 35in/89cm

Depth 19½in/50cm

Height 35in/89cm

Date of Manufacture

Andros Antiques has dated this Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

89cm (35.04")

Width

89cm (35.04")

Depth

50cm (19.69")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1079201

Dealers Internal Ref

1439

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Andros Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2018

Andros antiques has been created by two colleagues with over 80 years of experience in the antique furniture trade.

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Bow front chests of drawers gained popularity during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly within the Georgian and Regency periods, valued for their curved aesthetic which softened room angles.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or feature mahogany veneers over secondary softwoods, incorporating hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers and brass swing handles.

Authentic period items often display hand-cut dovetails, irregular drawer linings, natural timber shrinkage, and original brass hardware or period-appropriate replacements.

Maintain the timber by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and treating periodically with traditional beeswax to nourish the wood, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity.

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