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Magnificent Antique Four-door Mahogany Wardrobe
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Magnificent Antique Four-door Mahogany Wardrobe

19th century
Description

This exceptional late-19th to early-20th-century four-door wardrobe showcases superb craftsmanship, rich materials, and grand architectural presence. Constructed from beautifully figured mahogany, it features striking maple front columns with finely carved capitals, adding warm contrast and distinctive character to the piece.

At the centre, a pair of bevelled mirror doors is framed with delicate hand-carved edging and decorated with elegant floral corner etchings. The wardrobe is crowned with an intricately carved frieze of scrolling foliage and stylised motifs, creating an impressive decorative statement. Below, the fluted base rail is accented with carved rosettes and supported by sculpted cabriole feet with ornate acanthus motifs.

The two outer doors open to generously proportioned storage compartments with internal shelves and hanging space, while the spacious central section provides full-width hanging capacity—making this a highly practical yet refined storage solution. Original brass handles and working locks remain intact, enhancing authenticity and charm.

Dimensions

Height: 85 Inches

Width: 107 Inches

Depth: 28.5 Inches

Physical Dimensions
Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
272cm (107.09")
Depth
72cm (28.35")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Four Door Wardrobe to the 19th Century.

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SA1181709
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Description
This exceptional late-19th to early-20th-century four-door wardrobe showcases superb craftsmanship, rich materials, and grand architectural presence.
Constructed from beautifully figured mahogany, it features striking maple front columns with finely carved capitals, adding warm contrast and distinctive character to the piece.
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fig 1. Large Victorian mahogany four-door wardrobe with central etched mirror doors, carved frieze, fluted side columns, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Magnificent Antique Four-door Mahogany Wardrobe

At the centre, a pair of bevelled mirror doors is framed with delicate hand-carved edging and decorated with elegant floral corner etchings. The wardrobe is crowned with an intricately carved frieze of scrolling foliage and stylised motifs, creating an impressive decorative statement. Below, the fluted base rail is accented with carved rosettes and supported by sculpted cabriole feet with ornate acanthus motifs.

fig 2. Large Victorian mahogany four-door wardrobe with central etched mirror doors, carved frieze, fluted side columns, and bracket feet.
fig 2. Magnificent Antique Four-door Mahogany Wardrobe

The two outer doors open to generously proportioned storage compartments with internal shelves and hanging space, while the spacious central section provides full-width hanging capacity—making this a highly practical yet refined storage solution. Original brass handles and working locks remain intact, enhancing authenticity and charm.

Dimensions

Height: 85 Inches

Width: 107 Inches

Depth: 28.5 Inches

Height
216cm (85.04")
Width
272cm (107.09")
Depth
72cm (28.35")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Four Door Wardrobe to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1181709
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Large Victorian mahogany four-door wardrobe with central etched mirror doors, carved frieze, fluted side columns, and bracket feet.
Magnificent Antique Four-Door Mahogany Wardrobe
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Victorian mahogany wardrobes are large, freestanding storage cabinets crafted during the nineteenth century. They typically feature flame mahogany veneers, breakfront sections, arched or mirrored doors, and detailed carvings such as fluted columns or moulded cornices.

These wardrobes were built using solid hardwood frames faced with high-grade mahogany veneers. Larger models were designed in modular sections, comprising a plinth base, separate hanging or drawer carcasses, and a detachable top cornice to facilitate transport and installation.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on internal drawers, original cast brass hardware or timber knobs, and natural age-related shrinkage lines on solid timber panels. The reverse side often retains hand-sawn secondary timbers such as pine or cedar.

A substantial mahogany wardrobe functions as a focal piece in a spacious master bedroom, dressing room, or expansive hallway. Positioning it against a neutral or rich background allows the warm grain of the mahogany wood to stand out without overwhelming the room.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and applying a quality beeswax polish twice a year along the grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping and veneer lifting.
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