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Antique Mahogany Apprentice Chest of Drawers Georgian Revival
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Antique Mahogany Apprentice Chest of Drawers Georgian Revival

19th century
Description

Charming miniature apprentice piece crafted in mahogany

Modelled as a traditional Georgian chest with two short drawers over two long drawers

The rectangular top features decorative banding and a central inlaid fan motif

Fitted with brass ring handles and raised on turned bun feet

Apprentice pieces were made by young cabinetmakers to demonstrate their skill and understanding of traditional furniture construction

A highly collectable decorative piece with attractive proportions and period character

If you're unsure about the exact shade or need more clarity on the colour of an item, feel free to reach out! I'm happy to provide additional photos

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Apprentice pieces were miniature items of furniture traditionally made by young cabinetmakers to demonstrate their craftsmanship and mastery of construction techniques

Today they are highly collectable for their intricate detail, historical interest and charming small-scale proportions

Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

7.9 (20) x 5.5 (14) x 7.5 (19) RS

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated these Mahogany Apprentice Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

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SA1236830
Description
Charming miniature apprentice piece crafted in mahogany

Modelled as a traditional Georgian chest with two short drawers over two long drawers

The rectangular top features decorative banding and a central inlaid fan motif

fig 1. A Georgian Revival mahogany apprentice chest featuring two small top drawers over two full-width drawers with brass drop handles and an inlaid top border.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Apprentice Chest of Drawers Georgian Revival

Fitted with brass ring handles and raised on turned bun feet

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Apprentice pieces were made by young cabinetmakers to demonstrate their skill and understanding of traditional furniture construction.
Canonbury Antiques

A highly collectable decorative piece with attractive proportions and period character

fig 2. A Georgian Revival mahogany apprentice chest featuring two small top drawers over two full-width drawers with brass drop handles and an inlaid top border.
fig 2. Antique Mahogany Apprentice Chest of Drawers Georgian Revival

If you're unsure about the exact shade or need more clarity on the colour of an item, feel free to reach out! I'm happy to provide additional photos

Offered in great shape

Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

fig 3. A Georgian Revival mahogany apprentice chest featuring two small top drawers over two full-width drawers with brass drop handles and an inlaid top border.
fig 3. Antique Mahogany Apprentice Chest of Drawers Georgian Revival

Apprentice pieces were miniature items of furniture traditionally made by young cabinetmakers to demonstrate their craftsmanship and mastery of construction techniques

Today they are highly collectable for their intricate detail, historical interest and charming small-scale proportions

Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

7.9 (20) x 5.5 (14) x 7.5 (19) RS

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated these Mahogany Apprentice Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236830
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Archive I A Georgian Revival mahogany apprentice chest featuring two small top drawers over two full-width drawers with brass drop handles and an inlaid top border.

Antique Mahogany Apprentice Chest of Drawers Georgian Revival

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Archive III A Georgian Revival mahogany apprentice chest featuring two small top drawers over two full-width drawers with brass drop handles and an inlaid top border. View III
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A Georgian Revival mahogany apprentice chest featuring two small top drawers over two full-width drawers with brass drop handles and an inlaid top border.
Antique Mahogany Apprentice Chest of Drawers Georgian Revival
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMiniature Furniture
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsInlaid banding, Brass drop handles, Two-over-two drawer layout, Bun feet
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

FAQs

An apprentice chest of drawers is a small-scale model crafted by woodworkers to demonstrate their understanding of joinery, construction methods, and proportion before completing their formal cabinetmaking training.

Georgian Revival pieces frequently feature high-grade mahogany timber, dovetail drawer joints, turned feet, brass drop handles, and inlaid decorative banding that mirror 18th-century full-scale cabinetmaking.

Authentic examples display hand-cut drawer construction, naturally aged patination on the timber, functional working brass fittings, and classic drawer configurations consistent with historical furniture designs.

Miniature chests function as decorative tabletop accents on desks, sideboards, or dressing tables, offering compact storage for jewellery, stationery, or small keepsakes while adding historical depth.

Maintain mahogany timber by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying a neutral beeswax polish along the wood grain, while keeping the item away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources.
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