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Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers.
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Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers.

1900 - 1920
Description

Here We Have a Good Quality Mahogany Bow Chest of Drawers.

Raised upon Squat Shaped Legs with Ball and Claw Feet.

Then Chest Features 4 Mahogany Lined Graduated Drawers, the Drawers Having Wonderful Flame Mahogany Timbers and Retain Their Original Decorative Cast Swan Neck Handles.

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 36” (91cm)

Width 42” (107cm)

Depth 21” (53cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Mahogany Bow Front Chest to the 1920s.

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SA1124656
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PP100-20
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Description
Here We Have a Good Quality Mahogany Bow Chest of Drawers.

Raised upon Squat Shaped Legs with Ball and Claw Feet.

Then Chest Features 4 Mahogany Lined Graduated Drawers, the Drawers Having Wonderful Flame Mahogany Timbers and Retain Their Original Decorative Cast Swan Neck Handles.
Philip Hunt Antiques

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 36” (91cm)

Width 42” (107cm)

Depth 21” (53cm)

Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Mahogany Bow Front Chest to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1124656
Dealers Internal Ref
PP100-20
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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Archive I A dark mahogany bow-front chest of four graduated drawers with flame mahogany veneer, brass handles, and carved cabriole legs ending in claw-and-ball feet.

Mahogany Bow Front Chest of drawers.

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A dark mahogany bow-front chest of four graduated drawers with flame mahogany veneer, brass handles, and carved cabriole legs ending in claw-and-ball feet.
Mahogany Bow Front Chest of drawers.
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A dark mahogany bow-front chest of four graduated drawers with flame mahogany veneer, brass handles, and carved cabriole legs ending in claw-and-ball feet.
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A bow-front chest of drawers is a traditional storage unit characterized by a convex, outwardly curved front facade. Popularized during the late eighteenth century, this design offers a visually softer profile compared to flat-fronted chests while retaining substantial interior storage capacity.

Historically, bow-front chests were constructed using solid mahogany or oak for the primary frame, often decorated with flame mahogany veneers on drawer fronts to highlight timber figure. Brass hardware, such as swan-neck drop handles and escutcheons, provides functional drawer access.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer linings, original cast brass fittings, and pine or oak secondary drawer woods. Design details like carved shell knees, cabriole legs, and ball-and-claw feet are hallmark features of the Chippendale style.

A bow-front chest functions well in hallways, bedrooms, or living spaces as a focal storage piece. It pairs effectively with contemporary artwork hung above or structured table lamps to balance rich timber tones with modern lighting.

Mahogany surfaces should be dusted regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and waxed twice yearly with a high-grade beeswax polish. Avoid direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and damp environments to prevent veneer lifting or wood shrinkage.
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