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Superior Quality George III Oak Chest of Drawers
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Superior Quality George III Oak Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 20 August 2024 · Sturmans Antiques
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A superior quality George III oak country house chest of drawers with original decorative brass fittings c.1760. Single piece solid oak top with moulded edges and rounded front corners. Two over three drawer formation, each drawer with cock beaded edges and top quality original decorative brass handles along with matching escutcheons. Moulded plinth to the base with original bracket feet below. Single piece solid oak sides and original boarded back, clean oak lined drawers. Presented in excellent original condition with a rich colour and original patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 34.5" wide x 19.5" deep x 33" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
87.5cm (34.45")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Oak Chest of Drawers to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1085682
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 39908
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Description
A superior quality George III oak country house chest of drawers with original decorative brass fittings c.1760. Single piece solid oak top with moulded edges and rounded front corners.
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Two over three drawer formation, each drawer with cock beaded edges and top quality original decorative brass handles along with matching escutcheons.
Sturmans Antiques

Moulded plinth to the base with original bracket feet below. Single piece solid oak sides and original boarded back, clean oak lined drawers. Presented in excellent original condition with a rich colour and original patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 34.5" wide x 19.5" deep x 33" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
87.5cm (34.45")
Depth
49.5cm (19.49")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Oak Chest of Drawers to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1085682
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 39908
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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A rectangular Georgian oak chest of drawers featuring brass swing handles and bracket feet against a dark wall.
Superior Quality George III Oak Chest of Drawers
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A rectangular Georgian oak chest of drawers featuring brass swing handles and bracket feet against a dark wall.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBracket feet, Brass swing handles, Hand-cut dovetails, Moulded top edge
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 87.5 cm (34 in) x D 49.5 cm (19 in)

FAQs

The George III period spanned from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a shift from heavy baroque influences to lighter, more neoclassical proportions, incorporating quality timber construction and refined brass hardware.

Authentic pieces typically feature solid native hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, joined using hand-cut dovetails on drawer boxes and pegged mortise and tenon frames.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-sawn timber marks, irregular hand-cut dovetailing, original or period-appropriate brass handles with matching backplates, and natural patina accumulated through age.

Such foundational pieces add warmth and textural contrast when placed against neutral walls, paired with minimalist modern art or contemporary lighting to bridge historical and modern design elements.

Preserve antique wood by maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish and protect the finish.
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