An attractive 19th century mahogany chest of drawers, displaying striking figured drawer fronts with a warm golden colour, contrasted by darker mahogany surrounds. Featuring two short drawers above three graduated long drawers, each fitted with turned wooden knobs. A rectangular top, moulded base and rounded bun feet complete this characterful chest, offering generous storage and classic period appeal.

Dimensions:

Height-108cm

Width-109cm

Depth-53cm

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Date of Manufacture

W H Barker Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1244080

Description

An attractive 19th century mahogany chest of drawers, displaying striking figured drawer fronts with a warm golden colour, contrasted by darker mahogany surrounds.

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Featuring two short drawers above three graduated long drawers, each fitted with turned wooden knobs.

W H Barker Antiques

A rectangular top, moulded base and rounded bun feet complete this characterful chest, offering generous storage and classic period appeal.

Dimensions:

Height-108cm

Width-109cm

Depth-53cm

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like a delivery quote or any additional information!

Date of Manufacture

W H Barker Antiques has dated these Victorian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1244080

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United Kingdom

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ObjectChest of Drawers
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Timber
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTwo over three drawer configuration, Turned wooden knobs, Flame mahogany veneer, Bun feet

FAQs

During the 19th century, mahogany chests of drawers were crafted as staple storage pieces, typically featuring a two-over-three drawer configuration, flame veneer fronts, turned wooden knobs, and hand-cut dovetail joints.

These chests were predominantly constructed using solid mahogany frames, highly figured mahogany veneers, pine secondary timbers for drawer linings, and turned wooden or brass hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joinery, hand-sawn backboards with minor irregularities, original escutcheons or keyholes, and natural wear patterns along the drawer runners.

Position the chest against a neutral or dark backdrop in a hallway, bedroom, or living area, pairing it with modern artwork or minimalist table lamps to create visual contrast.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a dry cloth and applying natural beeswax every few months, keeping the item away from direct heat sources and high humidity.