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Antique Chest of Drawers

18th century
For Sale by The Ark Stores (Reserved for a buyer)
Description

A provincial chest of drawers

Country made

Elm and pine

Georgian

One escutcheon different

Period turned fruitwood knobs

Three side bracket feet later oak replacements

All drawers runners restored

One drawer restored to right side front

Excellent colour and figuring

Circa 1800

Date of Manufacture

The Ark Stores has dated this Antique Chest of Drawers to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1150612
Description
A provincial chest of drawers

Country made

Elm and pine

Georgian

One escutcheon different

Period turned fruitwood knobs

Three side bracket feet later oak replacements

All drawers runners restored

One drawer restored to right side front

Excellent colour and figuring

Circa 1800

Date of Manufacture

The Ark Stores has dated this Antique Chest of Drawers to the Georgian era.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1150612
The Ark Stores
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016
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An antique wooden chest of drawers featuring two upper small drawers over three graduated long drawers with turned wooden knobs and brass key escutcheons.
Antique Chest of Drawers
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned wooden knobs, Key escutcheons, Bracket feet, Graduated drawers
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 95 cm (37 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

This provincial Georgian chest of drawers is country made from elm, pine and oak. The piece displays a warm brown timber colour with visible figuring, and stands on bracket feet with turned wooden fruitwood knobs on each drawer front. Additional visible elements include brass key escutcheons, graduated drawers arranged as two smaller drawers above three longer ones, and moulded framing around the top. The structure measures 100 cm high, 95 cm wide and 50 cm deep, providing substantial storage capacity. Practical for everyday use in a bedroom, hallway or living area, this chest stores folded clothing, linens or daily accessories while bringing traditional character to an interior. The surface offers a display space for lamps, framed photographs or decorative objects, and the classic proportion fits comfortably against walls in various room settings.

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The chest of drawers evolved from the simple storage chest or coffer during the late 16th to early 17th centuries, as craftsmen began stacking drawers vertically to improve accessibility and storage efficiency.

Authentic period pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, walnut, or pine, utilizing hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction and pegged frames.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetailing, irregular wood grain, historical tool marks, hand-forged or period-appropriate brass hardware, and natural timber shrinkage rather than machine-standardized uniformity.

Pairing a warm wood antique chest with minimalist modern art, a simple ceramic lamp, or neutral surroundings creates a balanced focal point that highlights the historical texture and craftsmanship.

Maintain antique wooden surfaces by avoiding direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, cleaning only with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying pure beeswax to nourish the timber.
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