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Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers

18th century
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Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers

This is a wonderful looking piece, the chest is made in veneered Mahogany. The Chest of Drawers has three short drawers at the top and three longer graduated drawers beneath, all of the drawers have turned yew wood handles and it stands on a bracket feet

The chest is very heavy and of very solid construction it has no creaks, the drawers run very smoothly and the chest measures 40” high 46” wide and 23” deep

TWD23

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

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SA1201620
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TDW23
Description
Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers

This is a wonderful looking piece, the chest is made in veneered Mahogany.

The Chest of Drawers has three short drawers at the top and three longer graduated drawers beneath, all of the drawers have turned yew wood handles and it stands on a bracket feet.
Elmgarden

The chest is very heavy and of very solid construction it has no creaks, the drawers run very smoothly and the chest measures 40” high 46” wide and 23” deep

TWD23

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1201620
Dealers Internal Ref
TDW23
Elmgarden
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A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron.
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Archive I A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron.

Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Archive II A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron. View II
Archive III A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron. View III
Archive IV A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron. View IV
Archive V A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron. View V
Archive VI A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron. View VI
Archive VII A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron. View VII
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A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron.
Late 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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A late 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring three small top drawers above three full-width drawers with turned wooden handles and a curved lower apron.
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Georgian chests of drawers, produced between 1714 and 1830, are characterized by classical proportions, symmetry, and the extensive use of timbers such as mahogany and walnut. Early examples featured bracket feet and brass swan-neck handles, while later 18th-century designs introduced turned knobs, splayed bracket feet, and inlaid cockbeading around the drawer edges.

Late 18th-century chests were typically constructed using solid or veneered Cuban or West Indian mahogany for visible exterior surfaces, noted for its dense grain and rich colour. Secondary woods used for drawer linings, backboards, and internal framework commonly included pine, oak, or deal.

Authentic 18th-century chests display hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, which are typically uneven and wider than machine-made dovetails. The drawer bottoms feature hand-planed timber with grain running from front to back, alongside hand-forged iron nails and historical shrinkage marks on solid wood components.

A Georgian chest provides natural warmth when set against contemporary neutral walls or contemporary textured wallpaper. Pairing dark mahogany timber with modern ceramics, minimalist table lamps, or abstract artwork creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and modern design.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, following the direction of the wood grain. Protect the original finish by applying a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding silicone-based aerosol sprays, high humidity, and direct heat sources.
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