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Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century
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Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

18th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique late 18th century Georgian chest of drawers in mahogany, a large, handsome and well-proportioned piece of excellent quality, showcasing fine craftsmanship and beautifully figured timber.

The chest is fitted with two short over three long graduated drawers, all with swan neck brass handles on roundel backplates and brass escutcheons, beneath a deep frieze.

The frieze is crossbanded and strung with boxwood lines, the canted front corners have reeded pilasters, and the chest stands on ogee bracket feet.

The mahogany displays a stunning figured grain and a warm, rich colour with a lovely mellow patina.

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable Georgian mahogany chest, a perfect addition to any bedroom, hallway or living room.

Product Reference : AF - 6833

Measurements : 125.5cm (49½") Width x 55cm (21½") Depth x 119cm (47") Height

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Check ID 09697710
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 210-245 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE GEORGIAN ERA:
Hand-sawn pine backboards with shrinkage gaps: original late Georgian assembly.
Reeded canted front pilasters: typical neoclassical design of the late 18th century.
Boxwood stringing and mahogany crossbanding to the frieze: fine period cabinet work.
Mellow surface wear and oxidation on timber edges: natural age and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
119cm (46.85")
Width
125.5cm (49.41")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242530
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6833
Description
Antique late 18th century Georgian chest of drawers in mahogany, a large, handsome and well-proportioned piece of excellent quality, showcasing fine craftsmanship and beautifully figured timber.
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The chest is fitted with two short over three long graduated drawers, all with swan neck brass handles on roundel backplates and brass escutcheons, beneath a deep frieze.
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fig 1. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

The frieze is crossbanded and strung with boxwood lines, the canted front corners have reeded pilasters, and the chest stands on ogee bracket feet.

The mahogany displays a stunning figured grain and a warm, rich colour with a lovely mellow patina.

fig 2. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
fig 2. Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable Georgian mahogany chest, a perfect addition to any bedroom, hallway or living room.

Product Reference : AF - 6833

Measurements : 125.5cm (49½") Width x 55cm (21½") Depth x 119cm (47") Height

fig 3. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
fig 3. Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 4. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
fig 4. Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
fig 5. Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 6. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
fig 6. Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 7. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
fig 7. Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Report ID 09697710
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques datingGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 210-245 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Georgian era:
Hand-sawn pine backboards with shrinkage gaps: original late Georgian assembly.
Reeded canted front pilasters: typical neoclassical design of the late 18th century.
Boxwood stringing and mahogany crossbanding to the frieze: fine period cabinet work.
Mellow surface wear and oxidation on timber edges: natural age and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
119cm (46.85")
Width
125.5cm (49.41")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242530
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6833
ActFurniture LTD
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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Archive I An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.

Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century

Archive II An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet. View II
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Archive IV An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet. View IV
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Archive VI An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet. View VI
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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring inlaid stringing along the top frieze, two short drawers above three long drawers, brass swan-neck handles, fluted pilasters, and bracket feet.
Antique Large Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers | 18th Century
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Boxwood Inlay, Brass, Oak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBoxwood stringing, Fluted pilasters, Swan neck handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 119 cm (47 in) x W 125.5 cm (49 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This 18th-century Georgian chest of drawers is constructed from mahogany, oak, and brass with boxwood inlay, finished in a dark brown colour. The facade incorporates two short drawers positioned above three long graduated drawers, fitted with brass swan-neck handles on roundel backplates and brass keyhole escutcheons. The top frieze features crossbanding and boxwood stringing lines, complemented by fluted pilasters on the canted front corners and ogee bracket feet at the base. The proportions measure 125.5 cm wide, 55 cm deep, and 119 cm high. Practical for everyday storage, this chest of drawers suits placement in a bedroom, hallway, or living room within a home. The timber exhibits a figured grain pattern across the drawer fronts and upper frieze sections. The construction maintains its structural integrity while displaying normal surface wear consistent with age and past use.

FAQs

Georgian furniture from the 18th century is characterised by classical proportions, symmetry, and the extensive use of imported mahogany timber. Key design features often included bracket feet, fluted pilasters, fine string inlay, and brass hardware.

Craftsmen typically utilised solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary timbers such as oak or pine for drawer linings. Drawers were constructed with hand-cut dovetail joints, cockbeaded edges, and fitted with cast brass swan-neck handles.

Authentic Georgian chests exhibit hand-saw marks on drawer bottoms, irregular hand-cut dovetails, period lock mechanisms, and natural oxidation on rear timber panels. Secondary timbers inside drawer cavities frequently show natural shrinkage or wear consistent with age.

Positioning dark mahogany furniture against light, textured walls creates visual balance within contemporary spaces. Complementing the chest with modern artwork, minimalist table lamps, or decorative ceramics highlights the grain without visually cluttering the room.

Regular dust removal with a soft microfibre cloth and periodic application of natural beeswax polish preserves the wood finish. Position the chest away from direct heat sources, radiators, or damp areas to prevent timber movement and veneer lifting.
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