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George 111 Mahogany 5 Drawer Slide Chest
E W Cousins and Son
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George 111 Mahogany 5 Drawer Slide Chest

18th century
Description

George 111 Mahogany 5 Drawer Slide Chest. The top having round corners and moulded edge. The slide having brass bell shaped pulls ( one to be replaced). Two short and 3 long oak lined drawers having replaced brass fret cut back plate swanneck handles. These flanked by reeded cantered corners. All on shaped bracket feet.

Dimensions:

35" wide

18" deep

32" high

Reference:

8323

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

E W Cousins and Son has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA572515
Dealers Internal Reference
8323
Description
George 111 Mahogany 5 Drawer Slide Chest. The top having round corners and moulded edge. The slide having brass bell shaped pulls ( one to be replaced). Two short and 3 long oak lined drawers having replaced brass fret cut back plate swanneck handles. These flanked by reeded cantered corners. All on shaped bracket feet.

Dimensions:

35" wide

18" deep

32" high

Reference:

8323

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

E W Cousins and Son has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA572515
Dealers Internal Ref
8323
E W Cousins and Son
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a pull-out brushing slide, two short drawers over three long graduated drawers with decorative brass handles, raised on bracket feet.
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Archive I A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a pull-out brushing slide, two short drawers over three long graduated drawers with decorative brass handles, raised on bracket feet.

George 111 Mahogany 5 Drawer Slide Chest

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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a pull-out brushing slide, two short drawers over three long graduated drawers with decorative brass handles, raised on bracket feet.
George 111 Mahogany 5 Drawer Slide Chest
Ref: SA572515
A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a pull-out brushing slide, two short drawers over three long graduated drawers with decorative brass handles, raised on bracket feet.
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Originating in 18th-century Britain, George III furniture is defined by restrained classical proportions, fine cabinetmaking, and the dominant use of mahogany. Chests of drawers from this era often incorporate balanced configurations of short and long drawers, original brass drop handles, and straight or bracket feet.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid mahogany or dense pine carcass wood veneered in flame mahogany. Drawers feature hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine drawer linings, and cast brass backplate handles with steel locks.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-sawn timber marks, irregular dovetails, and natural oxidisation on the interior drawer linings. Hardware often shows historical wear or evidence of filled fixing holes if handles were updated over time.

A Georgian chest works well as a focal storage piece in an entryway, bedroom, or living room. Pairing warm mahogany timber with neutral wall tones, contemporary artwork, or modern lighting creates an engaging contrast between historical craftsmanship and contemporary decor.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent shrinkage or splitting. Apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually along the wood grain and dust regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth.
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