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George III Period Chest of Drawers
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George III Period Chest of Drawers

18th century
Description

A finely drawn George III period graduated chest in figured mahogany, the top with a narrow mahogany crossbanding, 4 oak lined drawers all of usefully small dimension

circa 1785

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1124586
Dealers Internal Reference
C1799
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Description
A finely drawn George III period graduated chest in figured mahogany, the top with a narrow mahogany crossbanding, 4 oak lined drawers all of usefully small dimension

circa 1785

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1124586
Dealers Internal Ref
C1799
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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George III Period Chest of Drawers

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A George III mahogany chest featuring four graduated drawers with brass swan-neck handles and raised on bracket feet.
George III period Chest of Drawers
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A George III mahogany chest featuring four graduated drawers with brass swan-neck handles and raised on bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck handles, Bracket feet, Graduated drawers, Brass escutcheons
  • SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 85 cm (33 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

This George III period chest of drawers takes the form of a freestanding case furniture piece in warm brown mahogany. The timber displays a figured grain pattern with a narrow crossbanding along the top surface. Four graduated drawers provide storage space, each fitted with brass swan-neck handles and small brass keyhole escutcheons. The structure stands on bracket feet with shaped aprons beneath the lowest drawer. Measuring 85 cm high, 85 cm wide, and 49 cm deep, the unit occupies a compact floor area. In a contemporary home, this chest suits placement in a bedroom, dressing room, or hallway for storing garments and small items. The surface top accommodates decorative objects, lamps, or everyday accessories.

FAQs

George III period furniture, spanning 1760 to 1820, is recognised for balanced proportions, refined neoclassical influences, and the extensive use of high-grade mahogany. Cabinetmakers emphasized functional elegance, utilizing clean lines, fine veneers, and understated brass hardware.

Primary woods included solid or veneered Cuban mahogany and oak, with secondary woods like pine or oak used for drawer linings. Construction relied on hand-cut dovetail joints, oak drawer bottoms, turned or bracket feet, and cast brass swan-neck or bail handles with key escutcheons.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut, slightly irregular dovetail joints, hand-sawn secondary timber on the back and undersides, and original keyholes with steel locks. Look for natural patination on the mahogany, original brass hardware mounting marks, and hand-planed surfaces.

A classic mahogany chest functions well in contemporary bedrooms, entryways, or living spaces as a grounding focal point. Pairing dark timber with neutral wall tones, modern lighting, or minimalist artwork highlights the pieces historic silhouette without overcrowding the space.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the woods lustre. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, veneer splitting, or sun bleaching.
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