Good quality early Georgian mahogany chest of drawers raised on bracket feet.

Having two upper and two central, double opening drawers, with oak linings and later Victorian copper ring pull handles. Two lower opening single drawers, also with oak lining and having original blue paper lining and matching copper handles. Circa 1750.

Original key and locks.

Height 42"

Width 43"

Depth 23"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Declaration

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers

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SA127485

Dealers Internal Reference

L4/11

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Good quality early Georgian mahogany chest of drawers raised on bracket feet.

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Having two upper and two central, double opening drawers, with oak linings and later Victorian copper ring pull handles.

Harrison Antique Furniture

Two lower opening single drawers, also with oak lining and having original blue paper lining and matching copper handles. Circa 1750.

Original key and locks.

Height 42"

Width 43"

Depth 23"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA127485

Dealers Internal Ref

L4/11

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Harrison Antique Furniture

Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

At harrison antique furniture we sell online affordable antique & pre-1940's furniture for every room in the home.

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A Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring four short drawers over two long drawers, fitted with decorative brass handles and resting on bracket feet.

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Georgian furniture design, spanning from 1714 to 1830, is characterised by symmetrical proportions, classic architectural influences, and the prominent use of high-quality timbers such as mahogany and walnut.

Georgian chests of drawers were typically constructed from solid mahogany or oak, often featuring secondary woods like pine or oak for drawer linings, accented with brass drop handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces usually display hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn backboards, original brass hardware with natural oxidisation, and timber displaying characterful depth and patina gained over centuries.

A Georgian chest of drawers serves as a grounding focal point when balanced with contemporary artwork, minimalist table lamps, or modern ceramics to create an eclectic contrast.

Maintain the finish by applying a natural beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the wood away from direct heat sources, and controlling room humidity to prevent splitting or warping.

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Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers

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