Whites Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Date: English, 18th Century Georgian era
Provenance: England
Condition: Good
Top: Hand-painted faux marble design in mottled powdery grey-blue and white
Base: Individually mixed paint colours with hand-painted decorative design
Dimensions: H: 69cm (27.2") | W: 78cm (30.7") | D: 48cm (18.9")
Delivery: Mainland UK included (excludes Trade purchases)
Timeless Georgian Elegance
This Lowboy was crafted during a time of profound transformation - a time of Enlightenment, empire, and artistic achievement - that legacy is in its grain and it echoes that spirit with elegant proportions and enduring materials. Its refined carcass work - the decorative apron below the drawers and the canted shape to the legs - is balanced by practical details: twin drawers with original drop handles.
You can see softened corners, faint grain telegraphing beneath the paint, and a calm, even sheen rather than gloss. This is the look of a well-kept survivor - quietly sophisticated, never contrived. It speaks to collectors, designers, and those who value history not as nostalgia, but as inspiration.
The Georgian Era
The Georgian Era signified a transition from rationalism to romanticism, and the century was marked by profound social, mercantile and religious transformations within the British Empire, paving the way for the distinctive, modern culture of the Victorian Era.
This era saw the influence of the Enlightenment spread across the Atlantic, witnessed political and social reforms, significant achievements in art and literature, and observed the rise of the world's first industrialized nation, all amid confrontations with British adversaries like George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.
Historically Significant Events 1760-1800
When this table was created, Britain stood as the pre-eminent Empire globally, with numerous transformative changes on the horizon over the subsequent 30 years.
1760 - George III ascends to the throne of England in
1760 - The onset of the Industrial Revolution in
1766 - James Watt's invention of the Steam Engine in
1773 - The Boston Tea Party in
1776 - The approval of the Declaration of Independence in
1789 - The commencement of the French Revolution in
1798 - Battle of the Nile: Horatio Nelson’s defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte
Styling Suggestions
This Lowboy’s compact proportions and decorative finish make it remarkably versatile. Place it in a hallway or entrance as a statement console, topped with a mirror to echo its Georgian refinement. In a sitting room, let it anchor a reading nook with a lamp and a stack of well-loved books. It also works beautifully as a bedside table in a guest room, where its unique hand-painted faux marble top can be appreciated up close. Pair with period-inspired accessories or contrast with contemporary art to highlight its individuality.
The Heart Behind the Finish - History in Every Hue
Our Specialist Handcrafted Paint Finishes are more than decorative - they are a philosophy. They reveal a legacy of care, heritage, and refined expertise with every brushstroke - blending historical inspiration with contemporary precision:
Inspired Heritage: Colour palettes draw from Georgian, Victorian, and Continental traditions, lovingly recreated using time-honoured recipes.
By Hand, With Heart: Each piece is painted using traditional techniques and carefully chosen ingredients, preserving historic charm while adapting for modern life.
Descriptive Names, Timeless Roots: Contemporary colour names echo their historical origins, connecting stories across generations.
Crafted Slowly, Perfected Gently: Our layered process allows pigments and techniques t
Whites Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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Antique English Georgian 2 Drawer Lowboy Unique Hand Painted Faux Marble & Decorative Base
