Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers 18th Century

Name: Antique George II Period Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1108537
Price: 4800 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectChest of Drawers
Period18th century
StyleGeorge II
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourDark Reddish Brown
MotifsBrushing slide, Bracket feet, Brass swan-neck handles, Graduated drawers
SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 76 cm (30 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This George II period chest of drawers takes the form of a rectangular mahogany case with a dark reddish brown finish, standing on bracket feet. The top features a moulded edge above a pull-out brushing slide, two short upper drawers, and three long graduated drawers below, all fitted with brass swan-neck handles and keyhole escutcheons. The wood displays a warm polished grain, and the drawers are outlined with fine cockbeading. Standing at 81 cm high, 76 cm wide, and 46 cm deep, this substantial piece occupies a compact floor area while offering ample storage capacity. In a modern interior, this English Country House item serves well in a bedroom, dressing room, or hallway to hold folded garments, linens, or accessories. The top surface provides a convenient display area for lamps, framed photographs, or decorative objects, while the pull-out slide offers a useful temporary resting place for items when in daily use.

FAQs

Produced during the reign of King George II from 1727 to 1760, this style of furniture is characterised by fine dense mahogany timber, balanced proportions, and functional elements such as bracket feet and brass swan-neck handles.

Georgian cabinetmakers predominantly used imported mahogany for solids and veneers, paired with hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, oak or pine drawer linings, and cast brass fittings.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-sawn timber bases, irregular hand-cut dovetails, original cast brass hardware with hand-cut threads, and natural wear around the feet and keyholes.

Balance the dark timber and formal structure by displaying contemporary artwork above the chest or pairing it with clean-lined modern ceramics and lighting.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality natural beeswax polish once or twice per year to protect the surface finish, ensuring placement is away from direct heat sources.

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