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A George III 32 Inch Wide Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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A George III 32 Inch Wide Mahogany Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 22 February 2025 · William Cook Antiques
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Description

Made from Cuban mahogany, the chest is of excellent quality, colour and patination. It retains the original swan neck handles and measures only 32 inches (81cm) wide. Circa 1760

Date of Manufacture

William Cook Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
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SA1092368
Description
Made from Cuban mahogany, the chest is of excellent quality, colour and patination. It retains the original swan neck handles and measures only 32 inches (81cm) wide. Circa 1760
Date of Manufacture

William Cook Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
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SA1092368
William Cook Antiques
William Cook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Dealers in fine antique furniture, objects and works of art from the late 17th to mid 20th century with the emphesis being on quality

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William Cook Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A George III 32 Inch Wide Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Archive II A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. View II
Archive III A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. View III
Archive IV A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. View IV
Archive V A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. View V
Archive VI A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet. View VIII
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William Cook Antiques

William Cook Antiques
Telephone 01488 681254 or 07885 031301
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15 Bridge Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/williamcook
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A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet.
A George III 32 inch wide mahogany chest of drawers
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A rectangular George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and shaped bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Swan-neck brass handles, Bracket feet, Keyhole escutcheons
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 82 cm (32 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

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The George III period, spanning from 1760 to 1820, is characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and the transition from heavier mahogany designs towards lighter, more elegant neoclassical forms influenced by designers like Thomas Chippendale and Sheraton.

Authentic pieces from this era primarily utilise solid mahogany or finely figured mahogany veneers applied to secondary woods such as oak or pine, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction and traditional brass hardware.

Authentication involves examining the drawer linings for hand-cut dovetailing, checking the backboards for original timber shrinkage and tool marks, and inspecting the brass handles and escutcheons for period-appropriate casting techniques and wear.

This piece functions effectively as a grounding element in modern spaces, offering warmth and texture when contrasted against neutral walls, minimalist decor, or contemporary lighting fixtures.

Preservation requires maintaining stable room humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the polished wood surface.
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