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Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Two Part Chest of Five Drawers
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Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Two Part Chest of Five Drawers

18th century
Sold 14 April 2025 · London City Antiques
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Antique George I quality figured walnut two part chest of five drawers having a solid walnut top with a moulded edge above two short and three long figured walnut inlaid oak lined drawers with brass handles, attractive canted reeded corners standing on bracket feet. This chest of drawers comes in two parts which in this period was designed in order to get it easily up narrow stairs

A charming piece of desirable proportions boasting a fabulous colour and aged related patination

Dimensions:

Height 104 cm (40.94 in)

Width 100.5 cm (39.56 in)

Depth 50.5 cm (19.88 in)

Dated 1720

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George I Walnut Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
100.5cm (39.57")
Depth
50.5cm (19.88")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1124488
Dealers Internal Reference
2114
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Antique George I quality figured walnut two part chest of five drawers having a solid walnut top with a moulded edge above two short and three long figured walnut inlaid oak lined drawers with brass handles, attractive canted reeded corners standing on bracket feet.
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This chest of drawers comes in two parts which in this period was designed in order to get it easily up narrow stairs.
London City Antiques

A charming piece of desirable proportions boasting a fabulous colour and aged related patination

Dimensions:

Height 104 cm (40.94 in)

Width 100.5 cm (39.56 in)

Depth 50.5 cm (19.88 in)

Dated 1720

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George I Walnut Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
104cm (40.94")
Width
100.5cm (39.57")
Depth
50.5cm (19.88")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1124488
Dealers Internal Ref
2114
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique George I figured walnut chest of five drawers featuring crossbanded inlay, brass drop handles, and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Two Part Chest of Five Drawers

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An antique George I figured walnut chest of five drawers featuring crossbanded inlay, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Two Part Chest of Five Drawers
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An antique George I figured walnut chest of five drawers featuring crossbanded inlay, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge I
  • MaterialWalnut, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFigured walnut veneer, Crossbanded inlay, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 104 cm (41 in) x W 100.5 cm (40 in) x D 50.5 cm (20 in)

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The George I period, spanning from 1714 to 1727, is characterised by architectural proportions, the dominance of figured walnut veneers, and the introduction of cabriole legs and bracket feet before mahogany became the dominant wood.

These pieces typically feature oak secondary woods with burr or figured walnut veneers applied to the primary surfaces, complemented by feather-banding, dovetail joinery, and cast brass drop handles with escutcheons.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the historic timber surface.

An antique walnut chest serves as a focal point in modern spaces by contrasting warm wood tones and rich grain patterns against minimalist walls, neutral colour palettes, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

Authenticity is assessed by examining hand-cut dovetails, original drawer linings, the presence of two-part construction for ease of transport, timber shrinkage patterns, and period-correct brass hardware configurations.
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