What is a Regency chiffonier?

Originating in the early 19th century, a chiffonier is a small sideboard or cabinet designed to store household items while featuring open shelving above for display purposes.

What materials were traditionally used to construct Regency chiffoniers?

High-grade hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood were commonly selected, often complemented by brass mounts, turned columns, and hand-dovetailed drawer joinery.

How can one identify an authentic Regency chiffonier?

Authentic pieces typically exhibit classical proportions, flame veneer panels, original locks with brass escutcheons, and signs of hand-planed timber or period joinery techniques.

How can a mahogany chiffonier be styled in a modern interior?

Position the cabinet against a neutral wall to highlight the rich timber tones, placing contemporary ceramics or framed artwork on the upper shelves for visual contrast.

How should an antique mahogany chiffonier be maintained?

Dust the surface regularly with a soft cloth, apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, and keep the piece away from direct heat sources to prevent veneer damage.

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Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

Name: Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1217484
Price: 625 GBP
Availability: InStock

18th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 18th century Regency chiffonier in mahogany, exceptionally well made and of the finest quality.

Featuring a central drawer above a two-door cupboard fitted with a single internal shelf, providing practical storage while maintaining elegant Regency proportions.

The upper section incorporates two display shelves supported by turned pillars, creating a striking and well-balanced design. Retaining its original brass handles and key, this piece showcases the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail associated with the Regency period.

Boasting gorgeous mahogany grain and rich colour throughout, with particularly beautiful figuring to the cupboard doors, this chiffonier is a truly attractive example.

Standing on a plinth base, it combines practicality with refined elegance and timeless appeal.

A highly desirable and increasingly rare find, especially in such pleasing proportions. Presented in good condition, displaying stunning grain, colour and character throughout, this exceptional chiffonier would make a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5853

Measurements : 94cm Width x 34.5cm Depth x 133cm Height [ 84cm Worktop Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

133cm (52.36")

Width

94cm (37.01")

Depth

34.5cm (13.58")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Regency Mahogany Chiffonier Cabinet to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1217484

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-5853

Description

Antique 18th century Regency chiffonier in mahogany, exceptionally well made and of the finest quality.

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Featuring a central drawer above a two-door cupboard fitted with a single internal shelf, providing practical storage while maintaining elegant Regency proportions.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 1. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

The upper section incorporates two display shelves supported by turned pillars, creating a striking and well-balanced design. Retaining its original brass handles and key, this piece showcases the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail associated with the Regency period.

fig 2. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 2. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

Boasting gorgeous mahogany grain and rich colour throughout, with particularly beautiful figuring to the cupboard doors, this chiffonier is a truly attractive example.

Standing on a plinth base, it combines practicality with refined elegance and timeless appeal.

fig 3. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 3. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

A highly desirable and increasingly rare find, especially in such pleasing proportions. Presented in good condition, displaying stunning grain, colour and character throughout, this exceptional chiffonier would make a wonderful addition to any home.

fig 4. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 4. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

Product Reference : AF - 5853

Measurements : 94cm Width x 34.5cm Depth x 133cm Height [ 84cm Worktop Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 5. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 5. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 6. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 7. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 7. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 8. An antique Regency mahogany chiffonier featuring an upper two-tier shelf structure, a long drawer with star-shaped brass pulls, and a lower panelled double cupboard on a plinth base. — fig 8. Antique 18th Century Regency Chiffonier in Mahogany

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.