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George I Walnut Chest on Stand
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George I Walnut Chest on Stand

18th century
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George I Walnut Chest on Stand

Item Code: S27-731A

An elegant early 18th century George I chest on stand, crafted in richly figured walnut with a pleasing warm colour and well-balanced proportions. The upper section is fitted with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, each retaining decorative brass handles, all set beneath a moulded cornice.

The chest stands on a separate base with a single long drawer above a shaped apron, raised on slender cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. The piece displays good colour and grain throughout, with panelled sides and subtle moulded detailing characteristic of the period. A refined and practical piece of early Georgian furniture, well suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Key Features:

* George I walnut chest on stand

* Early 18th century

* Two short drawers over three long graduated drawers

* Original style brass handles

* Moulded cornice and shaped apron

* Cabriole legs with pad feet

* Attractive colour and grain

Dimensions:

* Width: 112cm

* Depth: 60cm

* Height: 181cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
181cm (71.26")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

FB Antiques has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1191520
Dealers Internal Reference
S27-731A
Description
George I Walnut Chest on Stand

Item Code: S27-731A

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An elegant early 18th century George I chest on stand, crafted in richly figured walnut with a pleasing warm colour and well-balanced proportions.
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The upper section is fitted with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, each retaining decorative brass handles, all set beneath a moulded cornice.

fig 1. A George I walnut chest on stand featuring brass hardware, multiple graduated drawers, and a shaped apron resting on cabriole legs.
fig 1. George I Walnut Chest on Stand

The chest stands on a separate base with a single long drawer above a shaped apron, raised on slender cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. The piece displays good colour and grain throughout, with panelled sides and subtle moulded detailing characteristic of the period. A refined and practical piece of early Georgian furniture, well suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

fig 2. A George I walnut chest on stand featuring brass hardware, multiple graduated drawers, and a shaped apron resting on cabriole legs.
fig 2. George I Walnut Chest on Stand

Key Features:

George I walnut chest on stand

Early 18th century

Two short drawers over three long graduated drawers

Original style brass handles

Moulded cornice and shaped apron

Cabriole legs with pad feet

Attractive colour and grain

Dimensions:

Width: 112cm

Depth: 60cm

Height: 181cm

Height
181cm (71.26")
Width
112cm (44.09")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191520
Dealers Internal Ref
S27-731A
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A George I walnut chest on stand featuring brass hardware, multiple graduated drawers, and a shaped apron resting on cabriole legs.
George I Walnut Chest on Stand
Ref: SA1191520
A George I walnut chest on stand featuring brass hardware, multiple graduated drawers, and a shaped apron resting on cabriole legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge I
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Brass escutcheons, Shaped apron, Pad feet
  • SizeH 181 cm (71 in) x W 112 cm (44 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This George I walnut chest on stand dates from the early 18th century and exhibits a warm brown timber finish with pronounced grain. The upper section comprises a moulded cornice above two short drawers and three long graduated drawers, positioned over a lower base containing a single long drawer and a distinctive shaped apron. The furniture piece rests on slender cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. Decorative brass escutcheons and drop handles adorn each drawer front, accompanied by subtle moulded detailing around the framework. The entire assembly stands 181 cm high, 112 cm wide, and 60 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this chest on stand serves as an imposing yet practical storage solution for a bedroom, hallway, or living space. The vertical orientation maximises storage capacity while occupying a relatively compact floor footprint. It integrates smoothly into traditional period properties as well as modern interiors, providing a striking focal point for displaying decorative items on its broad top surface while housing personal belongings within its six individual drawers.

FAQs

A George I chest on stand is an item of storage furniture produced during the early 18th century in Great Britain, featuring an upper chest of drawers mounted upon a lower, legs-supported frame.

These pieces were typically constructed with walnut or oak veneers applied over a soft wood carcass, complemented by cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-sawn drawer linings, hand-cut dovetail joinery, original brass hardware with spigots, and natural timber shrinkage over time.

Position the piece against a neutral wall to emphasize its timber figure, pairing it with contemporary abstract art or minimalist table lamps for a balanced aesthetic.

Maintain the finish by dusting with a soft cloth, applying a neutral beeswax polish annually, and keeping the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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