Sold: Small Georgian Oak Chest of Drawers 18th Century

Name: Small Georgian Oak Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1101719
Price: 1740 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectChest of Drawers
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialOak, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsGeometric mouldings, Tear-drop handles, Beaded trim, Bracket feet
SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

This Georgian oak chest of drawers comes in a dark brown finish with a very pleasant patina and good condition showing some old repairs. The piece contains three long drawers arranged in six tiers, fitted with brass tear-drop handles and decorated with deeply moulded geometric panels, vertical beaded trim down the uprights, and bracket feet. The chest stands 84 cm high, 94 cm wide, and 59 cm deep. In a modern home, this practical storage item sits comfortably in a bedroom, a hallway, or a living room, providing accessible surface space and drawer storage for household items, linens, or clothing. The compact proportions suit period properties and smaller rooms alike, while the traditional timber tone integrates easily with a range of interior styles from English Country House to rustic schemes.

FAQs

Georgian oak furniture spans the eighteenth century and is characterised by sturdy joinery, geometric moulding, and functional proportions. Earlier pieces often retain features from late seventeenth-century design, such as drop handles and moulded drawer fronts.

Chests of drawers from this period were typically constructed from solid native timbers, predominantly English oak, with secondary woods like pine or poplar used for drawer linings. Metal hardware, including brass tear-drop handles and iron locks, provided functional ornamentation.

Authentic period pieces display hand-sawn drawer bottoms, hand-cut dovetail joints, wooden peg fixings, and uneven patination along surfaces. The backs of genuine antique cabinets often feature hand-planed timber boards with visible tool marks.

Dark oak chests contrast effectively against neutral wall treatments and soft linen textiles. Positioning modern artwork or a simple ceramic table lamp on top creates a balanced aesthetic between period craftsmanship and modern minimalist decor.

Apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the wood surface and prevent drying. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and movement.

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Small Georgian Oak Chest of Drawers

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