Small Edwardian Mahogany Chest of Drawers 1900 - 1920

Name: Small Edwardian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1243548
Price: 325 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectChest of Drawers
Period1900 - 1920
StyleEdwardian
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsSwan-neck brass handles, Bracket feet, Flame mahogany veneer, Crossbanded drawer fronts

This small Edwardian chest of drawers exhibits a warm brown mahogany finish with prominent flame mahogany veneer and crossbanded drawer fronts. The piece comprises an arrangement of two short drawers positioned over three graduated long drawers, all fitted with swan-neck brass handles and central keyhole escutcheons. Architectural turned pilasters run down the front side edges, while the structure rests securely upon bracket feet. Measuring 72 cm wide by 41 cm deep and 72 cm high, this compact furnishing fits comfortably within domestic spaces such as a bedroom, hallway or living room. It functions practically as a storage unit for folded clothing, linens or everyday household items while contributing a traditional English country house aesthetic to the interior scheme.

FAQs

Edwardian furniture, produced between 1901 and 1910, often drew inspiration from earlier 18th-century styles such as Georgian, Chippendale, and Hepplewhite. Key characteristics include lighter scale, fine veneers like flame mahogany, satinwood inlays, and classical bracket or tapered feet.

Chests of drawers from this era were constructed using solid mahogany framework combined with mahogany or burr veneers applied over secondary woods such as pine or oak. Drawer construction relied on hand-cut dovetail joints and solid brass backplate hardware.

Authenticity can be verified by examining drawer construction for irregular hand-cut dovetails, secondary wood wear patterns, and historical lock mechanisms. Natural patination around brass handles and age-related shrinkage lines on solid timber panels also indicate genuine age.

A polished mahogany chest provides a warm grounding element against modern neutral or dark painted walls. Pairing vintage timber pieces with modern abstract art or minimalist metal lamps creates an eclectic balanced visual scheme.

Dust mahogany regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the protective finish. Keep the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement, veneer lifting, or finish fading.

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Small Edwardian Mahogany Chest of Drawers

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