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Antique English George Iiii Revial Flame Mahogany Wardrobe C1880 19th C
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Antique English George Iiii Revial Flame Mahogany Wardrobe C1880 19th C

19th century
For Sale by Regent Antiques
Description

This is a lovely antique high quality English George III Revival flame mahogany and satin wood banded two door wardrobe, dating from Circa 1880.

This wonderful tall two door wardrobe features a stepped moulded cornice above a pair of four-panel doors, enclosing  a  full width hanging section with a brass hanging pole and brass hooks  above a full width drawer fitted with oval brass hndles, on the bottom.

Complete with the original working lock and key.

It is a truly beautiful and spacious wardrobe with handsome proportions and beautiful patina. The mahogany of good colour, figure and patination, a high quality cabinet by a top maker such as Gillows.

Condition:

In really excellent condition having only been beautifully cleaned and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 206 cm x Width 137 cm x Depth 66 cm

Dimensions in inches:

Height 6 foot, 9 inches x Width 4 foot, 6 inches x Depth 2 foot, 2 inches

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A5312

Physical Dimensions
Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this Flame Mahogany Double Wardrobe to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1227249
Dealers Internal Reference
A5312
Description
This is a lovely antique high quality English George III Revival flame mahogany and satin wood banded two door wardrobe, dating from Circa 1880.

This wonderful tall two door wardrobe features a stepped moulded cornice above a pair of four-panel doors, enclosing  a  full width hanging section with a brass hanging pole and brass hooks  above a full width drawer fitted with oval brass hndles, on the bottom.

fig 1. A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice.
fig 1. Antique English George Iiii Revial Flame Mahogany Wardrobe C1880 19th C

Complete with the original working lock and key.

It is a truly beautiful and spacious wardrobe with handsome proportions and beautiful patina.

“
 The mahogany of good colour, figure and patination, a high quality cabinet by a top maker such as Gillows.
Regent Antiques
fig 2. A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice.
fig 2. Antique English George Iiii Revial Flame Mahogany Wardrobe C1880 19th C

Condition:

In really excellent condition having only been beautifully cleaned and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 206 cm x Width 137 cm x Depth 66 cm

Dimensions in inches:

fig 3. A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice.
fig 3. Antique English George Iiii Revial Flame Mahogany Wardrobe C1880 19th C

Height 6 foot, 9 inches x Width 4 foot, 6 inches x Depth 2 foot, 2 inches

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A5312

Height
206cm (81.10")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this Flame Mahogany Double Wardrobe to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227249
Dealers Internal Ref
A5312
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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Archive I A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice.

Antique English George Iiii Revial Flame Mahogany Wardrobe C1880 19th C

Archive II A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View III
Archive IV A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View IV
Archive V A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View V
Archive VI A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View VI
Archive VII A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View VII
Archive VIII A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View VIII
Archive IX A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View IX
Archive X A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View X
Archive XI A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XI
Archive XII A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XII
Archive XIII A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XIII
Archive XIV A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XIV
Archive XV A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XV
Archive XVI A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XVI
Archive XVII A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XVII
Archive XVIII A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice. View XVIII
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A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice.
Antique English George IIII Revial Flame Mahogany Wardrobe C1880 19th C
Ref: SA1227249
A late 19th-century George III revival flame mahogany double wardrobe featuring oval panel inlays, twin doors, a single bottom drawer, and a moulded cornice.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWardrobes & Armoires
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge III Revival
  • MaterialFlame Mahogany, Boxwood Inlay, Brass, Oak
  • ColourRich Mahogany Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany veneers, Oval panel inlay, Brass drop handles, Moulded cornice
  • SizeH 206 cm (81 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

This George III revival wardrobe dates from 1880 and uses flame mahogany with boxwood inlay, brass, and oak. The piece displays a rich mahogany brown colour with distinct flame veneers, oval panel inlays, a stepped moulded cornice, and brass drop handles. The wardrobe measures 206 cm high, 137 cm wide, and 66 cm deep, offering substantial storage capacity for garments. In a contemporary home, the piece serves as a functional storage cabinet in a bedroom or dressing room, combining traditional lines with practical internal hanging space and a lower drawer. The construction features two panelled doors, a working lock with a red tassel key, and clean waxed surfaces that highlight the timber grain. The substantial vertical proportions provide a commanding presence against a bedroom wall.

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George III revival wardrobes, produced during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, draw inspiration from 18th-century English cabinetmaking. Key features include classical symmetry, fine flame mahogany veneers, delicate boxwood inlays, and structured cornices.

These wardrobes typically combine solid mahogany and flame mahogany veneers over a softwood or oak carcase. Internal components often feature pine or oak drawer linings, brass hardware, and hand-cut joinery.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, evidence of hand-planing on rear panels, and period-correct brass locks and handles. Natural age-related oxidisation on the timber secondary woods also indicates authenticity.

A substantial mahogany wardrobe functions as an anchor piece in a bedroom or hallway, providing functional storage while contrasting with neutral modern walls, clean lines, and soft contemporary textiles.

Preserve the finish by dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying beeswax every few months. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and radiators to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer lifting.
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