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Late Victorian / Edwardian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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Late Victorian / Edwardian Mahogany Chest of Drawers

19th century
Description

A late Victorian or early Edwardian mahogany chest of drawers, with two short drawers above two full-width drawers, each fitted with cast brass pulls.

The sides are panelled and the chest stands on a simple plinth base. A straightforward example of the period, with useful proportions for a bedroom or dressing room.

Condition Report

In excellent clean condition, ready for use, with minor marks commensurate with age. The back looks like it may have either lost a single slat, or had a previous repair that is missing, but the back is absolutly solid.

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Steven Swann Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 1880s.

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SA1231343
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SA1781
Description
A late Victorian or early Edwardian mahogany chest of drawers, with two short drawers above two full-width drawers, each fitted with cast brass pulls.

The sides are panelled and the chest stands on a simple plinth base. A straightforward example of the period, with useful proportions for a bedroom or dressing room.

fig 1. A late Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over two long drawers with brass handles on a plinth base.
fig 1. Late Victorian / Edwardian Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Condition Report

In excellent clean condition, ready for use, with minor marks commensurate with age.

The back looks like it may have either lost a single slat, or had a previous repair that is missing, but the back is absolutly solid.
Steven Swann Antiques
fig 2. A late Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over two long drawers with brass handles on a plinth base.
fig 2. Late Victorian / Edwardian Mahogany Chest of Drawers

The photographs form part of the condition report, so please review them carefully. Further images or a video viewing can be provided on request. Viewings are welcome at our Southampton unit, strictly by appointment.

If you have any questions regarding this piece, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Steven Swann Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1231343
Dealers Internal Ref
SA1781
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A late Victorian mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over two long drawers with brass handles on a plinth base.
Late Victorian / Edwardian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Late Victorian and Edwardian chests of drawers typically feature clean geometric lines, solid mahogany or mahogany veneer construction, and functional drawer configurations such as two short over two long drawers. Moving away from heavy mid-Victorian ornamentation, these pieces emphasise natural wood grain and quality joinery.

These chests were primarily crafted from dense mahogany wood, often featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, solid oak or pine drawer linings, and cast brass swing handles. Plinth bases or turned feet provided structural stability and visual weight.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-finished dovetail joinery inside the drawers, original brass lock mechanisms, and operational wear on the drawer runners. The underside and back panels often show hand-sawn secondary timbers like pine or oak.

An antique mahogany chest serves as a grounding element in a contemporary bedroom, hallway, or living space. Balancing the rich dark wood tone with neutral walls, modern art, or contemporary ceramic accessories creates an engaging visual contrast.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent drying, cracking, and colour fading. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish twice a year using a soft cloth, buffing along the grain to maintain the protective patina.
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