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George II Style Inlaid Figured Walnut Kneehole Dressing Chest
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George II Style Inlaid Figured Walnut Kneehole Dressing Chest

19th century
Description

Circa 1880. George II style inlaid figured walnut kneehole dressing chest. The rectangular top with inset corners in mirror-matched figured walnut, herringbone inlay and crossbanding and a moulded fore-edge, bearing a hidden pop-up mirror when the brushing slide is pulled out. Beneath the brushing slide is a long crossbanded and herringbone inlaid drawer with cut brass handles above banks of three smaller drawers on each side of the knee hole with a cupboard. All supported on shaped bracket feet.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Walnut Kneehole Dressing Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192018
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34940
Description
Circa 1880. George II style inlaid figured walnut kneehole dressing chest. The rectangular top with inset corners in mirror-matched figured walnut, herringbone inlay and crossbanding and a moulded fore-edge, bearing a hidden pop-up mirror when the brushing slide is pulled out.
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Beneath the brushing slide is a long crossbanded and herringbone inlaid drawer with cut brass handles above banks of three smaller drawers on each side of the knee hole with a cupboard.
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All supported on shaped bracket feet.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Walnut Kneehole Dressing Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192018
Dealers Internal Ref
34940
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A George II style warm brown figured walnut kneehole dressing chest with brass drop handles, a pull-out slide, and a rectangular dressing mirror.
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Archive I A George II style warm brown figured walnut kneehole dressing chest with brass drop handles, a pull-out slide, and a rectangular dressing mirror.

George II style inlaid figured walnut kneehole dressing chest

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A George II style warm brown figured walnut kneehole dressing chest with brass drop handles, a pull-out slide, and a rectangular dressing mirror.
George II style inlaid figured walnut kneehole dressing chest
Ref: SA1192018
A George II style warm brown figured walnut kneehole dressing chest with brass drop handles, a pull-out slide, and a rectangular dressing mirror.
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Originating in the 18th century, a George II kneehole dressing chest is a compact storage piece featuring a central recessed cupboard or open space flanked by small drawers, designed for dual use as a writing desk and dressing table.

Pieces from this era typically feature figured walnut or burr walnut veneers laid over pine or oak secondary timber, often detailed with crossbanding, feather banding, and brass brasses.

Authentic design elements include bracket feet, feather-banded drawer fronts, cast brass drop handles with split-pin attachments, and hand-cut dovetailed drawer construction.

Position the piece as a statement item in a bedroom or hallway, pairing it with contemporary lighting, neutral paint finishes, and understated accessories to complement the timber tones.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and applying beeswax occasionally, keeping the timber positioned away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity.
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