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George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Walton House Antiques
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George III Mahogany Chest on Chest

18th century
Description

Impressive George III mahogany chest on chest with a secretaire drawer of excellent quality and condition.

Height 70.5" 179cm

Width 42" 107cm

Depth 21" 54cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Physical Dimensions
Height
179cm (70.47")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Walton House Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Tallboy to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1196082
Dealers Internal Reference
WH9631
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
Impressive George III mahogany chest on chest with a secretaire drawer of excellent quality and condition.

Height 70.5" 179cm

Width 42" 107cm

Depth 21" 54cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Height
179cm (70.47")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Tallboy to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1196082
Dealers Internal Ref
WH9631
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

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A George III mahogany chest on chest with an open secretaire drawer displaying small internal drawers, pigeonholes, and a green writing surface.
George III mahogany chest on chest
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A George III chest on chest, also known as a tallboy, is a two-part wooden storage piece produced during the reign of King George III (17601820). It features a narrower upper chest stacked atop a wider base unit to offer maximum vertical drawer space, often incorporating a pull-down secretaire writing drawer.

Georgian chests on chest were primarily constructed using solid mahogany and figured flame mahogany veneers. Typical construction details include hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine drawer linings, cast brass swan-neck handles, moulded cornices, and sturdy bracket feet.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-saw marks on the back panels, hand-cut dovetails on the drawer construction, original brass locks and escutcheons, and natural oxidisation on unpainted wood surfaces. A genuine secretaire drawer will display original interior fit-outs such as small pigeonholes, mini-drawers, and leather or baize lining.

Place the chest on chest as a statement piece in a primary bedroom, dressing room, or study. Balance its substantial height and rich timber tone with neutral wall paint, simple contemporary textiles, and tailored lighting to create a refined contrast.

Maintain mahogany by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying high-grade beeswax twice a year to preserve the patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or fading, and ensure drawer runners are kept clean.
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