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George III Walnut & Elm Chest of Drawers with Oval Boxwood Line Inlay
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George III Walnut & Elm Chest of Drawers with Oval Boxwood Line Inlay

18th century
Sold 3 August 2025 · Roger King Antiques
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A handsome Georgian Walnut & Elm chest of graduated drawers, the top and sides are inlaid with boxwood oval line inlay, and the drawer fronts are also inlaid. The chest of drawers has brass handles, and there is a key. The sides and drawer linings of the chest are elm, and it is well figured with a good rich colour.

Size: 90 cm wide x 51 cm deep x 89 cm high.

Date of Manufacture

Roger King Antiques has dated this George III Walnut Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
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SA1099853
Dealers Internal Reference
B358
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Description
A handsome Georgian Walnut & Elm chest of graduated drawers, the top and sides are inlaid with boxwood oval line inlay, and the drawer fronts are also inlaid. The chest of drawers has brass handles, and there is a key. The sides and drawer linings of the chest are elm, and it is well figured with a good rich colour.

Size: 90 cm wide x 51 cm deep x 89 cm high.

Date of Manufacture

Roger King Antiques has dated this George III Walnut Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1099853
Dealers Internal Ref
B358
Roger King Antiques
Roger King Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

We stock a large selection of dining tables, set of chairs, chest of drawers and other useful items

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A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Walnut & Elm Chest of Drawers with Oval Boxwood Line Inlay

Archive II A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. View II
Archive III A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. View III
Archive IV A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. View IV
Archive V A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. View V
Archive VI A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles. View VII
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Roger King Antiques

Roger King Antiques
Telephone 01488 682 256 or 07789 632 629
Location
111 High Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rk
Verified Since Sep 2010
Items For Sale 48
Items Sold 264
Roger King Antiques
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A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles.
George III Walnut & Elm chest of drawers with oval boxwood line inlay
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A rectangular George III walnut and elm chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with decorative boxwood line inlay and brass handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Elm, Boxwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBoxwood line inlay, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles, Cockbeaded drawer edges
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 90 cm (35 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

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The George III period spans from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a transition from heavy baroque influences to more refined neoclassical proportions, frequently incorporating sophisticated veneers and delicate stringing.

Cabinet makers typically utilised native and imported hardwoods like walnut, elm, and mahogany over secondary pine frames, employing hand-cut dovetail joints for drawer construction and intricate boxwood stringing for surface decoration.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetailing, irregular timber shrinkage, period-correct brass hardware fittings, and the natural oxidisation and patina accumulated over centuries on secondary wood surfaces.

This piece works effectively as a grounding anchor in a contemporary bedroom or hallway, contrasting against neutral walls to highlight the rich grain patterns and warm tones of the timber.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and sunlight, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to nourish the timber without building up surface residue.
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