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Exceptional Quality Early 18th Century Antique George I Walnut Chest on Stand
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Exceptional Quality Early 18th Century Antique George I Walnut Chest on Stand

18th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · London City Antiques
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A magnificent early 18th-century antique George I walnut chest on stand superbly constructed and richly figured throughout. The upper section features two short over three long graduated drawers while the lower section is fitted with three further drawers, all retaining their original engraved brass handles and escutcheons.

The beautifully quarter-veneered walnut surfaces are bordered with fine featherbanding displaying the deep, mellow patina that only centuries of age can produce. The piece stands elegantly on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet with a shaped apron adding to its refined silhouette.

A wonderful example of early Georgian craftsmanship, blending proportion, grace, and practical storage — a true collector’s piece.

A rare and distinguished George I walnut chest on stand, circa 1720, with exceptional colour, character, and authenticity.

Dimensions:

Height: 141 cm (55.5 in)

Width: 105.5 cm (41.5 in)

Depth: 53.5 cm (21 in)

Date: 1720

Origin: England

Physical Dimensions
Height
141cm (55.51")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1195121
Dealers Internal Reference
2904
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A magnificent early 18th-century antique George I walnut chest on stand superbly constructed and richly figured throughout.
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The upper section features two short over three long graduated drawers while the lower section is fitted with three further drawers, all retaining their original engraved brass handles and escutcheons.
London City Antiques
fig 1. An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Exceptional Quality Early 18th Century Antique George I Walnut Chest on Stand

The beautifully quarter-veneered walnut surfaces are bordered with fine featherbanding displaying the deep, mellow patina that only centuries of age can produce. The piece stands elegantly on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet with a shaped apron adding to its refined silhouette.

fig 2. An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs.
fig 2. Exceptional Quality Early 18th Century Antique George I Walnut Chest on Stand

A wonderful example of early Georgian craftsmanship, blending proportion, grace, and practical storage — a true collector’s piece.

A rare and distinguished George I walnut chest on stand, circa 1720, with exceptional colour, character, and authenticity.

Dimensions:

Height: 141 cm (55.5 in)

Width: 105.5 cm (41.5 in)

Depth: 53.5 cm (21 in)

Date: 1720

Origin: England

Height
141cm (55.51")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Walnut Chest on Stand to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1195121
Dealers Internal Ref
2904
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Exceptional Quality Early 18th Century Antique George I Walnut Chest on Stand

Archive II An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs. View II
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Archive IV An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs. View IV
Archive V An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs. View V
Archive VI An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs. View VI
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Archive VIII An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs. View VIII
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An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs.
Exceptional Quality Early 18th Century Antique George I Walnut Chest on Stand
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An early 18th-century George I walnut chest on stand with crossbanded drawers, brass hardware, shaped apron, and cabriole legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChest on Stand
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge I
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Feather banding, Shaped apron, Batwing brasses
  • SizeH 141 cm (56 in) x W 105.5 cm (42 in) x D 53.5 cm (21 in)

FAQs

A George I chest on stand is an English storage piece crafted during the reign of King George I (17141727), comprising a upper chest of drawers mounted upon an elevated frame or stand with decorative legs.

Pieces from this era typically feature walnut or burr walnut veneers laid over oak or pine carcasses, framed with crossbanding or feather banding and embellished with cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display period-specific features such as hand-dovetailed drawer joints, oak drawer linings, hand-cut brass backplates, crossbanded veneer borders, and early cabriole or turned legs.

Position the piece as a focal point in a hallway, bedroom, or dining space, balancing its warm wood tones against neutral plaster walls or contemporary minimalist artwork.

Maintain walnut veneers by dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying beeswax occasionally, while keeping the item clear of direct heat sources, radiators, and high-humidity environments.
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