An attractive George3rd Mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1800. Nice small proportions and with the added benefit of a brushing slide, as such many are using these as a home office (work top and plenty of storage. The 4 drawers are graduated in size and are set with brass swan neck handles. All the bracket feet are original and some of the drawers have working locks with keys. Due to sun fading this chest has just been re polished and is now back to its best.

Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

93cm (36.61")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Declaration

witchantiques.com has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1205727

Dealers Internal Reference

SKU-G144

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An attractive George3rd Mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1800.

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Nice small proportions and with the added benefit of a brushing slide, as such many are using these as a home office (work top and plenty of storage.

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The 4 drawers are graduated in size and are set with brass swan neck handles. All the bracket feet are original and some of the drawers have working locks with keys. Due to sun fading this chest has just been re polished and is now back to its best.

Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

93cm (36.61")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Date of Manufacture

witchantiques.com has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1205727

Dealers Internal Ref

SKU-G144

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Georgian chests of drawers, crafted between 1714 and 1830, are characterised by classical proportions, symmetry, and precise cabinetmaking. Typically constructed from dense timbers like mahogany, they frequently feature graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.

Primary timbers during the Georgian period included imported Cuban and West Indian mahogany, valued for its grain and deep colouration. Secondary woods such as pine or oak were used for internal drawer linings, joined with hand-cut dovetails and fitted with cast brass hardware.

Authentic Georgian chests feature hand-cut dovetail joints with subtle irregularities, hand-planed back panels, and original cast brass handles with threaded posts. Drawer bottoms typically run front-to-back or side-to-side, often displaying natural timber shrinkage and historic tool marks.

A Georgian mahogany chest introduces structured timber tones to contemporary spaces. Positioned in a hallway, bedroom, or living area, it pairs effectively with modern abstract art, understated ceramics, or contemporary lighting to create a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Maintain mahogany furniture by dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and applying beeswax polish annually in the direction of the grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and sustained sunlight to prevent timber movement, joint separation, and finish degradation.

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