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George II Mahogany Lowboy with Three Drawers, Circa 1750
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George II Mahogany Lowboy with Three Drawers, Circa 1750

18th century
Description

A George II mahogany lowboy, circa 1750, of elegant proportions and lovely colour.

The rectangular moulded top sits above three drawers, comprising two deeper drawers flanking a smaller central drawer, all fitted with brass swan-neck handles.

The shaped apron features a decorative central detail, while the whole stands on early-form chamfered legs

Retaining its original brass handles, this attractive lowboy has a rich mahogany colour and lovely patina, with signs of wear consistent with its age.

A versatile piece of 18th-century furniture, equally suited to use as a dressing table, side table or hall table.

Date: Circa 1750

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this George II Mahogany Lowboy to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236463
Dealers Internal Reference
C3054
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A George II mahogany lowboy, circa 1750, of elegant proportions and lovely colour.
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The rectangular moulded top sits above three drawers, comprising two deeper drawers flanking a smaller central drawer, all fitted with brass swan-neck handles.
Salisbury Antiques Centre
fig 1. A George II mahogany lowboy table featuring three drawers with brass swan-neck handles and a shaped lower apron.
fig 1. George II Mahogany Lowboy with Three Drawers, Circa 1750

The shaped apron features a decorative central detail, while the whole stands on early-form chamfered legs

Retaining its original brass handles, this attractive lowboy has a rich mahogany colour and lovely patina, with signs of wear consistent with its age.

A versatile piece of 18th-century furniture, equally suited to use as a dressing table, side table or hall table.

Date: Circa 1750

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this George II Mahogany Lowboy to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236463
Dealers Internal Ref
C3054
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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A George II mahogany lowboy table featuring three drawers with brass swan-neck handles and a shaped lower apron.
George II Mahogany Lowboy with Three Drawers, Circa 1750
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A George II mahogany lowboy table featuring three drawers with brass swan-neck handles and a shaped lower apron.
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  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge II
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsShaped apron, Swan-neck brass handles, Three drawer arrangement
  • SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

Originating in the 18th century during the reign of King George II, a lowboy is a small table fitted with drawers. It was predominantly used in bedchambers as a dressing table or in living spaces as a side table for small personal belongings.

These tables were typically crafted from solid Cuban or West Indian mahogany, valued for its stability and dense grain. Drawers were commonly lined with secondary woods such as oak or pine and completed with cast brass handles.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, hand-planed secondary surfaces, and natural wood shrinkage along drawer bottoms. Look for original brass swan-neck drop handles and hand-carved details along the apron or legs.

A lowboy serves as a compact console table in an entryway, a nightstand in a bedroom, or a side table in a living room. Pairing its rich mahogany tones with modern lighting or contemporary artwork creates an appealing textural contrast.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or fading. Dust regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth and apply high-quality beeswax once or twice a year to preserve the surface finish and original patina.
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