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Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Oval Brass Handles, Oak Lined, C.1800
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Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Oval Brass Handles, Oak Lined, C.1800

19th century
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A fine Georgian mahogany chest of drawers dating to circa 1800, of classic proportions and understated elegance. Constructed in beautifully figured mahogany, the chest displays a rich, warm colour and an attractive, even patina developed over time.

The piece is arranged with two short drawers over three long graduating drawers, all oak-lined and traditionally made with hand-cut dovetail joints, indicative of quality craftsmanship from the period. The drawers retain a set of oval brass plate handles, featuring decorative detailing, which complement the simplicity of the form while adding a subtle point of interest.

Raised on shaped bracket feet, the chest has a clean, straight front typical of late Georgian design, making it highly versatile for both traditional and more contemporary interiors. The top is well-figured and of good colour, with minor age-related marks consistent with use.

Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1204561
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C2785
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A fine Georgian mahogany chest of drawers dating to circa 1800, of classic proportions and understated elegance.
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Constructed in beautifully figured mahogany, the chest displays a rich, warm colour and an attractive, even patina developed over time.
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fig 1. A straight-front Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with oval brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 1. Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Oval Brass Handles, Oak Lined, C.1800

The piece is arranged with two short drawers over three long graduating drawers, all oak-lined and traditionally made with hand-cut dovetail joints, indicative of quality craftsmanship from the period. The drawers retain a set of oval brass plate handles, featuring decorative detailing, which complement the simplicity of the form while adding a subtle point of interest.

fig 2. A straight-front Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with oval brass handles and bracket feet.
fig 2. Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Oval Brass Handles, Oak Lined, C.1800

Raised on shaped bracket feet, the chest has a clean, straight front typical of late Georgian design, making it highly versatile for both traditional and more contemporary interiors. The top is well-figured and of good colour, with minor age-related marks consistent with use.

Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 1800s.

Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1204561
Dealers Internal Ref
C2785
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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Archive I A straight-front Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with oval brass handles and bracket feet.

Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Oval Brass Handles, Oak Lined, C.1800

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A straight-front Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with oval brass handles and bracket feet.
Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Oval Brass Handles, Oak Lined, c.1800
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A straight-front Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long drawers with oval brass handles and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTwo-over-three drawer layout, oval brass backplate handles, bracket feet, cockbeaded drawer edges
  • SizeH 101 cm (40 in) x W 106 cm (42 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

This Georgian chest of drawers dates to circa 1800 and is made from mahogany with oak linings and brass hardware. The timber displays a warm brown tone with a smooth, even finish and visible grain. The straight-front case contains two short drawers above three graduated long drawers, all framed by cockbeading and fitted with decorative oval brass backplate handles and central keyhole escutcheons. The piece is supported on shaped bracket feet. It measures 101 cm high, 106 cm wide and 57 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this chest suits a bedroom, hallway or living space as a storage unit for clothing or linens. The classic proportions and traditional English country house style allow it to blend easily into both period and modern interior schemes while providing practical surface and drawer space.

FAQs

Georgian chests of drawers are defined by balanced classical proportions, hand-dovetailed drawer construction, and high-grade timbers such as Cuban or Honduran mahogany. Common configurations include two short drawers over three long drawers, supported by bracket feet or plinth bases.

Primary exteriors were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or flame mahogany veneers. Secondary woods used for drawer linings and back panels typically included English oak, pine, or deal, fitted with cast or stamped brass hardware.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn backboards, and natural shrinkage marks in the wood alignment over time. Hardware usually leaves distinctive shadow marks or original fixing holes inside the drawer fronts.

A dark mahogany chest serves as an anchor piece in modern transitional spaces, pairing well with neutral wall tones and contemporary art mounted above. Balancing the rich wood grain with minimalist stone or ceramics creates visual texture.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a thin coat of natural beeswax paste once or twice a year in the direction of the wood grain. Avoid placing the furniture near direct heat sources or in direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and veneer fading.
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