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Magnificent Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
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Magnificent Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest

18th century
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Magnificent George III mahogany chest on chest is a magnificent example of quality and craftsmanship from the Georgian period. It boasts a shaped moulded cornice above two short and three long graduated drawers. The base has three long drawers standing on original bracket feet

Wonderful original condition and colour

H 180 cm

W109 cm

D56 cm

1780

Physical Dimensions
Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1233084
Dealers Internal Reference
1208
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Description
Magnificent George III mahogany chest on chest is a magnificent example of quality and craftsmanship from the Georgian period. It boasts a shaped moulded cornice above two short and three long graduated drawers. The base has three long drawers standing on original bracket feet

Wonderful original condition and colour

H 180 cm

W109 cm

D56 cm

1780

Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1233084
Dealers Internal Ref
1208
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet.

Magnificent Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest

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Archive IV An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet. View IV
Archive V An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet. View V
Archive VI An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet. View VI
Archive VII An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet. View VII
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Archive X An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet. View X
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Archive XII An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet. View XII
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An antique George III mahogany chest on chest featuring two short and three long drawers on the upper section over three long drawers on bracket feet.
Magnificent Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
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A chest on chest, often referred to as a tallboy, is a two-part piece of furniture featuring a narrower chest of drawers stacked atop a wider base chest. Popularised during the 18th century in Georgian England, it was designed to maximise vertical storage space while maintaining structural balance.

Georgian chests on chest were predominantly constructed using solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, prized for their strength and rich grain pattern. Secondary timbers such as pine or oak were typically employed for drawer linings, complemented by hand-cast brass hardware including swan-neck handles and decorative escutcheons.

Authentic George III pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, original brass backplates, and period-accurate bracket feet. They also feature two distinct separable sections, often with moulded cornices and subtle variations in wood patina consistent with age.

A mahogany chest on chest serves as a commanding focal point in contemporary master bedrooms, dressing rooms, or wide hallways. Contrast its deep timber tones against neutral walls, pairing it with simple lamps or modern artwork to balance period and modern elements.

Dust the wooden surfaces regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth, avoiding silicone-based sprays or harsh chemical cleaners. Apply a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year, polishing gently along the grain to preserve the timber lustre and protection.
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