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Fabulous Antique Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers Bow Front Turned Handles
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Fabulous Antique Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers Bow Front Turned Handles

19th century
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Fabulous Antique Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers Bow Front Turned Handles

Fabulous size and all original in great condition for age, a few incidentals as shown in the photographs as to be expected of a chest of this age, wonderful bow fronted example with turned knob handles and lined drawers.

D:570 H:1020 W:1070mm

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Richardsons Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 1880s.

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Fabulous Antique Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers Bow Front Turned Handles

Fabulous size and all original in great condition for age, a few incidentals as shown in the photographs as to be expected of a chest of this age, wonderful bow fronted example with turned knob handles and lined drawers.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany bow-front chest of drawers featuring two short over three long graduated drawers with turned wooden knobs and a curved apron.
fig 1. Fabulous Antique Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers Bow Front Turned Handles

D:570 H:1020 W:1070mm

SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION

UK Mainland Man & Van Furniture Delivery: £65

Delivery within approximately 14 working days from purchase for furniture items, please ensure your mobile number on eBay is correct and can confirm delivery details via SMS.
Richardsons Antiques

Delivery is by a single driver courier to the curb side or ground floor door way of your property

Excludes Scotland, Highlands & Islands - Please contact us to confirm price

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Richardsons Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 1880s.

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A Victorian mahogany bow-front chest of drawers featuring two short over three long graduated drawers with turned wooden knobs and a curved apron.
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A Victorian bow-front chest of drawers features a curved, convex front facade designed to soften the angular lines of a room. Popular throughout the 19th century, these pieces typically combine functional graduated drawer storage with refined flame mahogany veneers and turned wooden knobs.

Cabinetmakers predominantly used solid mahogany and mahogany veneers laid over secondary softwoods such as pine or oak for drawer linings. Drawers were traditionally constructed with hand-cut dovetail joints, turned timber handles, and brass escutcheon keyholes.

Look for hand-cut dovetail joints with slight irregularities inside the drawers, original brass locks or keyholes, and hand-planed back panels. Authentic pieces from this era often exhibit natural wear around turned handles and a rich patina across the mahogany grain.

Integrate a mahogany chest into contemporary spaces by contrasting warm wood tones with neutral wall colours such as muted sage or off-white. Position a minimalist mirror or artwork above the piece, and top it with ceramic vessels or lamps to bridge classic and modern styles.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the woods lustre. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight to prevent timber warping and finish fading.
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