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Antique Victorian Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers C 1860
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Antique Victorian Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers C 1860

19th century
Sold 4 October 2025 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Antique Victorian Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers and dating from around 1860. Constructed from quality mahogany it has a moulded edge to the top above a deep cross banded secret frieze drawer over two short drawers and three long graduating drawers all of which are oak lined with original turned knob handles. It is raised on turned feet.

MEASURES: 49” HIGH X 22” DEEP X 45” 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 07884377373

Physical Dimensions
Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Bow Front Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1079785
Dealers Internal Reference
W3334/8.7
Dealers Notes

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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 Victorian Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers and dating from around 1860. Constructed from quality mahogany it has a moulded edge to the top above a deep cross banded secret frieze drawer over two short drawers and three long graduating drawers all of which are oak lined with original turned knob handles. It is raised on turned feet.
fig 1. A dark mahogany Victorian bow front chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers with turned wooden knobs and short carved feet.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers C 1860

MEASURES: 49” HIGH X 22” DEEP X 45” 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. A dark mahogany Victorian bow front chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers with turned wooden knobs and short carved feet.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers C 1860

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 07884377373

Height
124.5cm (49.02")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Bow Front Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079785
Dealers Internal Ref
W3334/8.7
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 186
Items Sold 6,473
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Location: Four lane Ends Farm, Skipton Rd (A59), Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2BX
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A dark mahogany Victorian bow front chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers with turned wooden knobs and short carved feet.
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BOW FRONT MAHOGANY CHEST OF DRAWERS C 1860
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A dark mahogany Victorian bow front chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers with turned wooden knobs and short carved feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBow front facade, Turned wooden knobs, Short bun feet, Hand-cut dovetails
  • SizeH 124.5 cm (49 in) x W 114 cm (45 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Dating primarily from the 19th century, bow front chests feature a convex curved facade designed to maximise interior capacity while offering a softer, more elegant silhouette than flat-fronted furniture. This style gained popularity during the late Georgian period and remained a staple through the Victorian era.

These items are typically constructed from dense timbers such as mahogany or oak, often featuring secondary woods like pine for drawer linings and carcase backs. Authentic pieces utilise hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers and turned wooden knobs or brass pulls.

Authenticity is determined by examining construction details such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage patterns, original backboards, and the presence of hand-planed surfaces inside the drawers. Machine-cut joints and modern fixings usually indicate a later reproduction.

A Victorian chest provides practical storage while anchoring a room with rich wood tones. Pair it with contemporary minimalist artwork or neutral walls to create a balanced contrast between old and new design elements.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking. Apply microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the timber, avoiding silicone-based polishes.
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