63,944  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 207 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
GIFTS
207 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Sort Order
Items Per Page
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1104515
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Georgian Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
Sold by Rawlings Antiques
sold SA1104515
Sorry, but this item has been sold.

Rawlings Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Aug 2017
Browse dealers 32 items
Id #SA1104515
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Georgian Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 30 December 2024 · Rawlings Antiques
This “Georgian Fruitwood Chest of Drawers” found a buyer.

It was listed by Rawlings Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

Good George ii Fruitwood chest of drawers circa 1740 .

This Rare and desirable Fruitwood chest of drawers consisting of two over three drawers ,is a great small size and very well proportioned , it has a wonderful warm colour and good grain .

The oak lined drawers all slide as they should and are solid in joint .

The chest stands on it original ogee bracket feet .

Being offered at a realistic price with reasonable offers considered .

We can arrange delivery through out the UK and ship worldwide ,please enquire for our competitive prices

Date of Manufacture

Rawlings Antiques has dated this Georgian Fruitwood Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1104515
Dealers Notes

If you see something you like on our website and would like more information, then please feel free to contact us.

Please note that viewing of stock is by appointment only.

Description
Good George ii Fruitwood chest of drawers circa 1740 .
“
This Rare and desirable Fruitwood chest of drawers consisting of two over three drawers ,is a great small size and very well proportioned , it has a wonderful warm colour and good grain.
Rawlings Antiques

.

fig 1. A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles.
fig 1. Georgian Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

The oak lined drawers all slide as they should and are solid in joint .

The chest stands on it original ogee bracket feet .

Being offered at a realistic price with reasonable offers considered .

We can arrange delivery through out the UK and ship worldwide ,please enquire for our competitive prices

Date of Manufacture

Rawlings Antiques has dated this Georgian Fruitwood Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1104515
Rawlings Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2017
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Rawlings Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 8
Archive I A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Fruitwood Chest of Drawers

Archive II A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. View II
Archive III A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. View III
Archive IV A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. View IV
Archive V A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. View V
Archive VI A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. View VI
Archive VII A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. View VII
Archive VIII A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles. View VIII
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
Telephone 07852 312541
Location
Chelmsford
Essex
United Kingdom
Verified Since Aug 2017
Items For Sale 32
Items Sold 1,202
Rawlings Antiques
Verified Since Aug 2017
View Dealer Info
Location: Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom
Verified
Aug 2017
For Sale
32
Sold
1,202
A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles.
Georgian Fruitwood chest of drawers
Ref: SA1104515
A front-facing view of a dark fruitwood Georgian chest of drawers featuring five horizontal drawers and polished brass drop handles.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Archival Detail
Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.
Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.
Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.
Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialFruitwood, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass swan neck handles, Bracket feet, Hand-cut dovetails, Keyhole escutcheons
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 81 cm (32 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

The Georgian period spans the reigns of the first four Georges, from 1714 to 1830, characterised by classical proportions, symmetry, and the influence of renowned designers like Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite.

Cabinet makers predominantly utilised native fruitwoods such as pear, apple, and cherry, alongside imported hardwoods like mahogany, often incorporating solid oak for drawer linings and secondary framing.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, hand-forged or cast brass hardware with appropriate patination, and secondary timbers like oak visible in the interior framing.

Pairing a warm timber chest with minimalist modern art, a simple ceramic vase, or placing it against a neutral wall allows the historical texture and rich grain of the wood to serve as a focal point.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, and periodically apply natural beeswax to nourish the wood and preserve the surface finish.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories