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A 19th Century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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A 19th Century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers

19th century
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A 19th century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers

A handsome 19th-century Northern German chest of drawers, veneered throughout in beautifully figured curl mahogany displaying striking book-matched grain patterns across each drawer front. The rich colour and movement of the timber are complemented by finely carved details, including a bold rope-twist moulded top and deeply carved foliate corner mounts which frame the facade.

The chest is fitted with four generous long drawers retaining their original carved wooden escutcheon plates, together with a working key that operates the locks. Internally, the drawers are traditionally pine lined, indicative of quality Continental cabinet-making of the period.

Elegant in proportion and practical in use, this chest offers ample storage while making a strong decorative statement. The combination of highly figured mahogany, robust Northern German craftsmanship and attractive original detailing makes it an appealing piece for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Dimensions

•Height: 101 cm

•Width: 102 cm

•Depth: 48 cm

We offer a nationwide courier service for just £70, with exact quotes available upon order placement. Every purchase undergoes a thorough quality control check prior to dispatch, and delivery is typically within 1 to 3 weeks. To ensure a smooth delivery experience, kindly provide your phone number, and our courier will contact you to arrange a convenient time. Showroom viewings at our workshop are available by appointment only.

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Date of Manufacture

Richie Perrott Antiques has dated these German Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 09723302
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-185 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Thick book-matched flame mahogany veneers: typical mid-nineteenth-century Continental cabinet work.
Vertical pine backboards with natural shrinkage: unplaned timber aged over many decades.
Carved wooden escutcheons and scroll pilasters: fashionable North German styling of the period.
Solid pine drawer sides: traditional nineteenth-century secondary timber construction.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

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Description
A 19th century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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A handsome 19th-century Northern German chest of drawers, veneered throughout in beautifully figured curl mahogany displaying striking book-matched grain patterns across each drawer front.
Richie Perrott Antiques

The rich colour and movement of the timber are complemented by finely carved details, including a bold rope-twist moulded top and deeply carved foliate corner mounts which frame the facade.

fig 1. A 19th-century German chest featuring four drawers with curl mahogany veneer fronts, carved side pilasters, and brass knob handles.
fig 1. A 19th Century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers

The chest is fitted with four generous long drawers retaining their original carved wooden escutcheon plates, together with a working key that operates the locks. Internally, the drawers are traditionally pine lined, indicative of quality Continental cabinet-making of the period.

fig 2. A 19th-century German chest featuring four drawers with curl mahogany veneer fronts, carved side pilasters, and brass knob handles.
fig 2. A 19th Century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Elegant in proportion and practical in use, this chest offers ample storage while making a strong decorative statement. The combination of highly figured mahogany, robust Northern German craftsmanship and attractive original detailing makes it an appealing piece for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

fig 3. A 19th-century German chest featuring four drawers with curl mahogany veneer fronts, carved side pilasters, and brass knob handles.
fig 3. A 19th Century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Dimensions

•Height: 101 cm

•Width: 102 cm

•Depth: 48 cm

We offer a nationwide courier service for just £70, with exact quotes available upon order placement. Every purchase undergoes a thorough quality control check prior to dispatch, and delivery is typically within 1 to 3 weeks. To ensure a smooth delivery experience, kindly provide your phone number, and our courier will contact you to arrange a convenient time. Showroom viewings at our workshop are available by appointment only.

In the unlikely event that you'd like to return an item, please note that all transportation costs will be the customer’s responsibility.

Date of Manufacture

Richie Perrott Antiques has dated these German Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09723302
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-185 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Thick book-matched flame mahogany veneers: typical mid-nineteenth-century Continental cabinet work.
Vertical pine backboards with natural shrinkage: unplaned timber aged over many decades.
Carved wooden escutcheons and scroll pilasters: fashionable North German styling of the period.
Solid pine drawer sides: traditional nineteenth-century secondary timber construction.

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.

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A 19th-century German chest featuring four drawers with curl mahogany veneer fronts, carved side pilasters, and brass knob handles.
A 19th century German Curl Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleBiedermeier
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurl mahogany veneer, Carved pilasters, Brass knob handles, Carved escutcheons

A 19th-century Northern German Biedermeier chest of drawers is veneered throughout in warm brown curl mahogany with book-matched grain patterns across four long drawer fronts. Finely carved details include a rope-twist moulded top, carved side pilasters, and carved escutcheon plates alongside round brass knob handles. Standing on carved feet, the cabinet measures 101 cm high, 102 cm wide, and 48 cm deep, with pine-lined interiors. This practical storage piece suits traditional and contemporary interiors alike, functioning effectively in a bedroom, living room, or hallway to hold folded clothing, linens, or household items. The rich timber grain and decorative corner mounts provide a strong visual focal point against a wall while keeping everyday items organized and enclosed.

FAQs

Nineteenth-century German cabinet making from this era combined clean geometric forms with rich timber veneers, such as flame or curl mahogany. Design features often incorporated subtle classical details like carved side pilasters, moulded edges, and integrated timber escutcheons.

These chests feature solid timber frameworks faced with book-matched mahogany veneers to showcase intricate grain patterns. Drawer pulls were traditionally cast in brass, while interior drawer linings were constructed from pine or oak using hand-cut dovetail joints.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display hand-sawn drawer construction, irregular dovetail joints, and original lock mechanisms. The timber backing usually shows hand-planed marks, and mahogany veneers exhibit natural age-related patination and shrinkage lines.

A mahogany chest of drawers serves as a functional focal point in a contemporary hallway, bedroom, or living space. Pairing rich mahogany timber with neutral wall shades, modern ceramic lamps, and framed artwork creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and minimalist design.

Keep mahogany furniture away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer movement and timber bleaching. Dust regularly with a clean microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners on brass fitments.
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