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Outstanding Quality George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
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Outstanding Quality George III Mahogany Chest on Chest

18th century
Sold 20 January 2026 · Sturmans Antiques
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An outstanding quality George III period mahogany chest on chest with original brassware and superb original colour and patina c.1760. The top section with moulded cornice to the top and dental moulding below. Two over three drawer formation; each drawer with figured timbers and cock beaded edges. The top chest with reeded quarter columns set to the corners. The base section with moulded edge to the top and three graduated drawers below to match the top chest. Moulded base rail with original ogee bracket feet below and solid mahogany sides. Superbly made with oak drawer linings and choice solid timbers throughout. Presented in excellent original unrestored condition with original brass fittings and locks, superb colour and lovely original patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 40.5" wide at the cornice x 22" deep at the cornice x 68.5" high.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
174cm (68.50")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest on Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1187517
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 42620
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Description
An outstanding quality George III period mahogany chest on chest with original brassware and superb original colour and patina c.1760. The top section with moulded cornice to the top and dental moulding below. Two over three drawer formation; each drawer with figured timbers and cock beaded edges. The top chest with reeded quarter columns set to the corners.
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The base section with moulded edge to the top and three graduated drawers below to match the top chest.
Sturmans Antiques

Moulded base rail with original ogee bracket feet below and solid mahogany sides. Superbly made with oak drawer linings and choice solid timbers throughout. Presented in excellent original unrestored condition with original brass fittings and locks, superb colour and lovely original patina. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 40.5" wide at the cornice x 22" deep at the cornice x 68.5" high.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
174cm (68.50")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest on Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187517
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 42620
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Outstanding Quality George III Mahogany Chest on Chest

Archive II An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice. View II
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Archive V An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice. View V
Archive VI An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice. View VI
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Archive VIII An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice. View VIII
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Sturmans Antiques
Telephone 01969 667742 or 07572 889651
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Sturmans Antiques Ltd
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Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/sturmansantiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 185
Items Sold 10,897
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An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice.
Outstanding Quality George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Ref: SA1187517
An upright George III mahogany chest on chest featuring multiple stacked drawers with brass drop handles and a dentil cornice.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests on Chests
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Oak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDentil moulding, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles, Fluted pilasters
  • SizeH 174 cm (69 in) x W 103 cm (41 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

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A George III chest on chest, often called a tallboy, is a two-part storage unit comprising an upper section of smaller drawers stacked upon a lower section of larger drawers, characteristic of furniture produced during the reign of King George III from 1760 to 1820.

These pieces are traditionally constructed from solid mahogany and mahogany veneers, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, oak or pine secondary woods for drawer linings, and cast brass handle hardware.

Authenticity is identified through hand-planed surfaces, irregular dovetailing, original or period-correct brasses, signs of age-related timber shrinkage, and hand-carved decorative elements rather than machine-tooled symmetry.

In a modern interior, this piece serves as a statement anchor in a bedroom or hallway, allowing the rich wood grain to contrast against neutral wall colours while functioning as practical vertical storage.

Preserve antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, applying microcrystalline wax periodically instead of modern silicone polishes, and maintaining stable room humidity.
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