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Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest
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Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest

19th century
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Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest of Drawers

Item Code

S27-1055

An elegant Regency period satinwood bow front chest of drawers dating from the early 19th century, constructed in beautifully figured satinwood with a warm golden colour and attractive grain throughout. The gentle bow front gives the piece refined Regency proportions while allowing the natural figure of the satinwood veneers to remain the focal point.

The chest is arranged with four long graduated drawers, each outlined with delicate ebony line inlay and fitted with circular brass handles. The curved drawer fronts provide a pleasing sense of movement and balance across the piece, typical of Regency furniture design.

The clean top sits above simple uprights with subtle inlaid detailing which frames the drawers neatly. The chest stands on elegant tapered legs, giving it a light and well-proportioned stance while maintaining practical storage.

A highly decorative yet functional Regency chest, ideal for use in a bedroom, hallway or living space, offering generous storage combined with classic early 19th century design.

Key Features

• Regency period satinwood bow front chest of drawers

• Four long graduated drawers

• Elegant bow front design

• Fine ebony line inlay to drawer fronts

• Attractive circular brass handles

• Beautiful colour and grain to the satinwood veneers

• Raised on tapered Regency legs

• Classic early 19th century proportions

Dimensions

Width 125 cm

Depth 59 cm

Height 107 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

FB Antiques has dated this Regency Satinwood Bowfront Chest to the Regency era.

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SA1199953
Dealers Internal Reference
S27-1055
Description
Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest of Drawers

Item Code

S27-1055

An elegant Regency period satinwood bow front chest of drawers dating from the early 19th century, constructed in beautifully figured satinwood with a warm golden colour and attractive grain throughout.

The gentle bow front gives the piece refined Regency proportions while allowing the natural figure of the satinwood veneers to remain the focal point.
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fig 1. A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.
fig 1. Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest

The chest is arranged with four long graduated drawers, each outlined with delicate ebony line inlay and fitted with circular brass handles. The curved drawer fronts provide a pleasing sense of movement and balance across the piece, typical of Regency furniture design.

fig 2. A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.
fig 2. Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest

The clean top sits above simple uprights with subtle inlaid detailing which frames the drawers neatly. The chest stands on elegant tapered legs, giving it a light and well-proportioned stance while maintaining practical storage.

fig 3. A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.
fig 3. Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest

A highly decorative yet functional Regency chest, ideal for use in a bedroom, hallway or living space, offering generous storage combined with classic early 19th century design.

Key Features

• Regency period satinwood bow front chest of drawers

fig 4. A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.
fig 4. Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest

• Four long graduated drawers

• Elegant bow front design

• Fine ebony line inlay to drawer fronts

• Attractive circular brass handles

• Beautiful colour and grain to the satinwood veneers

• Raised on tapered Regency legs

• Classic early 19th century proportions

Dimensions

Width 125 cm

Depth 59 cm

Height 107 cm

Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Regency Satinwood Bowfront Chest to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199953
Dealers Internal Ref
S27-1055
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A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.
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Archive I A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.

Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest

Archive II A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View II
Archive III A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View III
Archive IV A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View IV
Archive V A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View V
Archive VI A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View VI
Archive VII A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View VII
Archive VIII A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View VIII
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Archive X A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View X
Archive XI A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View XI
Archive XII A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs. View XII
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Rawlings Farm Buildings
Unit 7 Main Road
Rettendon Common
Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 8DY
United Kingdom
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A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.
Regency Satinwood Bow Front Chest
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A Regency period bowfront chest of four graduated drawers constructed from golden satinwood with crossbanded borders and turned brass knobs.
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A Regency bowfront chest of drawers is a traditional storage piece originating from early 19th-century Britain, defined by its convex curved front face designed to soften room corners while providing ample drawer depth.

Cabinetmakers during this period typically applied figure-rich West Indian or East Indian satinwood veneers over softwood carcases, accents of rosewood or mahogany crossbanding, ebony stringing, and solid cast brass handles.

Authentic Regency chests feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, solid timber drawer linings, subtle geometric veneer inlays, original lock mechanisms, and light structural wear consistent with early 19th-century construction.

The honey-coloured tones of satinwood contrast cleanly against contemporary muted wall palettes, minimalist desk lamps, and monochrome framed prints to balance period craft with modern minimalism.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft lint-free cloth, apply a light coat of natural beeswax polish annually, and position the furniture away from direct heat sources and bright sunlight to preserve the wood veneer.
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