Antique Late Georgian Brass Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Name: Antique Late Georgian Brass Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1245784
Price: 475 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectChests of Drawers
Period18th century
StyleLate Georgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Ebonised Wood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBowfront design, Flame mahogany veneer, Brass string inlay, Turned feet

This late Georgian bowfront chest of drawers belongs to the Georgian period and has a grand Regency design vibe. The piece is constructed from mahogany, brass, and ebonised wood, and displays a warm amber-brown patina with richly figured flame mahogany drawer fronts. The crossbanded top is outlined with fine brass stringing, echoed by a line of brass inlay across the frieze. Two short drawers sit above three graduated full-width drawers, all fitted with round brass knobs, and the structure is supported by dark turned feet beneath a shaped apron. Measuring Height-119 cm, Width-104 cm, and Depth-57 cm, the chest provides generous bedroom storage while functioning effectively as a statement storage unit in a hallway, dressing room, or living space. Its classic bowfront silhouette and refined brass detailing suit traditional and eclectic interiors alike.

FAQs

Late Georgian chests of drawers, produced between 1800 and 1830, typically feature refined proportions, bowfront or straight fronts, and fine timber veneers such as flame mahogany, often accented with subtle brass inlay or stringing.

Cabinetmakers utilized solid mahogany and pine carcases overlaid with flame mahogany veneers, incorporating hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, oak or pine drawer linings, and turned brass handles or feet.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-sawn drawer linings, irregular hand-cut dovetails, period brass locks, and natural age-related shrinkage or wear along the back boards and drawer runners.

Position the chest as a focal storage piece in a hallway, bedroom, or living area, styling the top surface with contemporary artwork, textured ceramic lamps, or modern sculptural objects to contrast warm wood tones.

Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, keeping the furniture away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer lifting.

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Antique Late Georgian Brass Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers