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Unusual Design Georgian Chest of Drawers
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Unusual Design Georgian Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 23 November 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Description

Unusual design 18th century George 3rd mahogany chest of drawers. Two over three drawer construction with original serpentine shaped top above. The chest is in good original condition with original shaped bracket feet and original gilded brass swan neck handles. The drawers have cock beaded edges and are mahogany lined inside with original blue lining paper. The top is a beautiful piece of solid flame mahogany.

I have been told by a couple of dealers a lot more knowledgable than me that this is a Channel Islands design.

The chest is a nice colour with waxed finish.

SIZE; 46" wide by 25" deep in the middle by 46" high

CIRCA; 1770 - 1780

Physical Dimensions
Height
117cm (46.06")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
63.5cm (25.00")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1178785
Dealers Internal Reference
9670
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Description
Unusual design 18th century George 3rd mahogany chest of drawers. Two over three drawer construction with original serpentine shaped top above.
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The chest is in good original condition with original shaped bracket feet and original gilded brass swan neck handles.
Carse Antiques

The drawers have cock beaded edges and are mahogany lined inside with original blue lining paper. The top is a beautiful piece of solid flame mahogany.

fig 1. A freestanding antique Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring five graduated drawers with brass swing handles and ogee bracket feet.
fig 1. Unusual Design Georgian Chest of Drawers

I have been told by a couple of dealers a lot more knowledgable than me that this is a Channel Islands design.

The chest is a nice colour with waxed finish.

SIZE; 46" wide by 25" deep in the middle by 46" high

CIRCA; 1770 - 1780

Height
117cm (46.06")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
63.5cm (25.00")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1178785
Dealers Internal Ref
9670
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Carse Antiques Profile Page

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Carse Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Unusual Design Georgian Chest of Drawers

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A freestanding antique Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring five graduated drawers with brass swing handles and ogee bracket feet.
Unusual Design Georgian Chest of Drawers
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A freestanding antique Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring five graduated drawers with brass swing handles and ogee bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Ogee bracket feet, Brass swing handles, Serpentine front
  • SizeH 117 cm (46 in) x W 117 cm (46 in) x D 63.5 cm (25 in)

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The Georgian style spans the reigns of the first four Georges, characterised by classical proportions, symmetry, and a transition from heavier walnut to refined mahogany as timber of choice.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid timbers and veneers like mahogany, oak for drawer linings, and pine for secondary woods, joined using hand-cut dovetails and pegged joints.

Authenticity is verified by inspecting handmade dovetailing, hand-forged or cast brass hardware, timber shrinkage consistent with age, and secondary woods appropriate to the period.

Positioning an antique piece of wood furniture against a neutral wall allows its natural grain and craftsmanship to act as a focal point, contrasting effectively with contemporary minimalist decor.

Protect the wood from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels to prevent warping, and maintain the finish by occasionally applying microcrystalline wax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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