George III Bachelors Chest 18th Century

Name: A George III Mahogany Bachelor's Chest
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1227958
Price: 2500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectChest of Drawers
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsFolding top, bracket feet, brass escutcheons, graduated drawers
SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 75.5 cm (30 in) x D 37.5 cm (15 in)

An 18th century Georgian mahogany bachelor's chest of drawers has a dark chocolate brown colour and a dense timber grain. The piece displays a hinged folding top above four graduated drawers fitted with ornate brass swing handles and pierced brass escutcheons, standing on traditional bracket feet. The compact proportions measure 78 cm high, 75.5 cm wide, and 37.5 cm deep. This practical storage item suits placement in a hallway, bedroom, or living room as a side cabinet or decorative surface. The folding top offers versatile display or writing space while maintaining a traditional English country house aesthetic suitable for historic or contemporary interiors.

FAQs

A George III bachelors chest is a compact, 18th-century chest of drawers typically featuring a folding top or slide designed for dressing or writing, tailored for smaller living spaces.

Georgian cabinetmakers primarily used dense West Indian or Cuban mahogany, solid oak or pine for drawer linings, and hand-cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces feature hand-dovetailed drawer joints, oak-lined drawers with saw marks, period-correct brass hardware, natural oxidation on unpainted reverse wood, and bracket feet.

Place the piece alongside contemporary art, neutral wall colours, and modern lighting to allow the rich timber tones and classic silhouette to act as a grounded focal point.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources.

Drennan & Sturrock Ltd

A George III Mahogany Bachelor's Chest