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Pair of Victorian Mahogany Three Drawer Bedside Chests (Adapted) C.1880
Salisbury Antiques Centre
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Pair of Victorian Mahogany Three Drawer Bedside Chests (Adapted) C.1880

19th century
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A pair of late Victorian mahogany bedside chests dating from the late 19th century, each fitted with three generously sized drawers and standing on attractive shaped bracket feet.

Originally adapted from larger pieces of Victorian furniture, these chests have been thoughtfully converted to create an exceptionally practical pair of bedside cabinets. Their clean, understated design allows the beautiful mahogany grain and rich warm colour to take centre stage, making them equally suited to both period and contemporary interiors.

Each chest is fitted with three smooth-running drawers offering useful storage, complemented by brass oval drop handles that enhance their classic appearance. The tops provide ample space for bedside lamps or decorative accessories, while the compact proportions make them ideal for bedrooms where storage is at a premium.

Presented in good antique condition with a pleasing mellow patina and the expected minor marks and wear associated with age and use. The adaptation has been sympathetically carried out, resulting in a sturdy and attractive pair ready for everyday use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Victorian Mahogany Bedside Chests to the 1880s.

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SA1229257
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C2989
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Description
A pair of late Victorian mahogany bedside chests dating from the late 19th century, each fitted with three generously sized drawers and standing on attractive shaped bracket feet.
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Originally adapted from larger pieces of Victorian furniture, these chests have been thoughtfully converted to create an exceptionally practical pair of bedside cabinets.
Salisbury Antiques Centre

Their clean, understated design allows the beautiful mahogany grain and rich warm colour to take centre stage, making them equally suited to both period and contemporary interiors.

fig 1. A pair of Victorian mahogany bedside chests featuring three drawers each, brass oval handles, and shaped bracket feet.
fig 1. Pair of Victorian Mahogany Three Drawer Bedside Chests (Adapted) C.1880

Each chest is fitted with three smooth-running drawers offering useful storage, complemented by brass oval drop handles that enhance their classic appearance. The tops provide ample space for bedside lamps or decorative accessories, while the compact proportions make them ideal for bedrooms where storage is at a premium.

fig 2. A pair of Victorian mahogany bedside chests featuring three drawers each, brass oval handles, and shaped bracket feet.
fig 2. Pair of Victorian Mahogany Three Drawer Bedside Chests (Adapted) C.1880

Presented in good antique condition with a pleasing mellow patina and the expected minor marks and wear associated with age and use. The adaptation has been sympathetically carried out, resulting in a sturdy and attractive pair ready for everyday use.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Victorian Mahogany Bedside Chests to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229257
Dealers Internal Ref
C2989
Salisbury Antiques Centre
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Archive I A pair of Victorian mahogany bedside chests featuring three drawers each, brass oval handles, and shaped bracket feet.

Pair of Victorian Mahogany Three Drawer Bedside Chests (Adapted) C.1880

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A pair of Victorian mahogany bedside chests featuring three drawers each, brass oval handles, and shaped bracket feet.
Pair of Victorian Mahogany Three Drawer Bedside Chests (Adapted) c.1880
Ref: SA1229257
A pair of Victorian mahogany bedside chests featuring three drawers each, brass oval handles, and shaped bracket feet.
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Late Victorian bedside furniture typically features dense hardwoods like mahogany, robust construction methods, and compact proportions designed for domestic bedroom storage.

Primary timber was commonly Honduran or Cuban mahogany, accompanied by softwoods or oak for internal drawer linings, and cast brass for handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer sides, natural timber oxidisation on unfinished surfaces, period brassware, and age-consistent wear.

Positioning a matching pair alongside a contemporary upholstered bed creates symmetry, while pairing warm wood tones with light neutral walls balances visual weight.

Dust regularly using a dry lint-free cloth, apply a high-grade beeswax polish sparingly along the grain once or twice annually, and keep clear of direct heat sources.
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