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Antique George II Mahogany Chippendale Period Chest of Drawers C.1750
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Antique George II Mahogany Chippendale Period Chest of Drawers C.1750

18th century
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A George II mahogany chest of drawers, the richly figured single-plank moulded top set over four long graduated cockbeaded pine-lined drawers adorned with pierced fret brass hardware, above a deep base moulding raised on front and rear ogee bracket feet.

The low stature and compact footprint are characteristic of mid-18th-century proportions, offering a grounded architectural presence with substantial storage capacity.

Very good antique condition with an authentic country-house patina and surface wear consistent with age. Minor historic repairs and small losses to the cockbeading along with minor age lines to the top and sides. The drawers sit slightly proud, a characteristic testament to the preservation of the original 18th-century runners. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place.

English, circa 1750.

H: 84.5 W: 99 D: 52.5 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
84.5cm (33.27")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this George II Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

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SA1215647
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3729
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Description
A George II mahogany chest of drawers, the richly figured single-plank moulded top set over four long graduated cockbeaded pine-lined drawers adorned with pierced fret brass hardware, above a deep base moulding raised on front and rear ogee bracket feet.
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The low stature and compact footprint are characteristic of mid-18th-century proportions, offering a grounded architectural presence with substantial storage capacity.
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fig 1. An antique George II mahogany chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with ornate brass handles on bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique George II Mahogany Chippendale Period Chest of Drawers C.1750

Very good antique condition with an authentic country-house patina and surface wear consistent with age. Minor historic repairs and small losses to the cockbeading along with minor age lines to the top and sides. The drawers sit slightly proud, a characteristic testament to the preservation of the original 18th-century runners. Structurally sound, clean and ready to place.

English, circa 1750.

H: 84.5 W: 99 D: 52.5 cm

Height
84.5cm (33.27")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
52.5cm (20.67")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this George II Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215647
Dealers Internal Ref
3729
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Named after the reign of King George II and the influential cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale, this mid-18th-century style is characterised by balanced proportions, dense mahogany timber, ogee or bracket feet, and ornate brass hardware.

Cabinetmakers primarily utilised dense mahogany, hand-dovetailed drawer joints, oak or pine secondary framing, and pierced cast brass plate handles with matching key escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display hand-sawn drawer linings, distinct uneven hand-cut dovetails, original cast brass fittings with natural oxidisation, and minor wood shrinkage consistent with age.

Position the piece in an entryway, bedroom, or living space alongside contemporary artwork and textured neutral fabrics to balance the rich dark wood tones.

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