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18th Century George III Oak Chest of Drawers
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18th Century George III Oak Chest of Drawers

18th century
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For sale is a good quality George III Oak Chest of Drawers, having an arrangement of five drawers, each with their original handles and locks. The chest stands on bracket feet and is in very good condition for its age.

Width: 38" Depth: 29.5" Height: 39"

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated these Antique Oak Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Check ID 05391926
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 235-270 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE GEORGIAN ERA:
Hand-sawn vertical backboards: joined cabinet work of the 18th century.
Hand-cut dovetails on drawer sides: construction prior to machine cutting.
Solid oak side panels with diagonal joints: early method of joining narrow boards.
Iron lock plates held with hand-cut nails: original period drawer security.
Cast brass swan-neck handles: fittings designed in the late 1700s.

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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
75cm (29.53")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA627418
Dealers Internal Reference
S26-71
Description
For sale is a good quality George III Oak Chest of Drawers, having an arrangement of five drawers, each with their original handles and locks. The chest stands on bracket feet and is in very good condition for its age.

Width: 38" Depth: 29.5" Height: 39"

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated these Antique Oak Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Report ID 05391926
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques datingGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 235-270 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Georgian era:
Hand-sawn vertical backboards: joined cabinet work of the 18th century.
Hand-cut dovetails on drawer sides: construction prior to machine cutting.
Solid oak side panels with diagonal joints: early method of joining narrow boards.
Iron lock plates held with hand-cut nails: original period drawer security.
Cast brass swan-neck handles: fittings designed in the late 1700s.

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.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
75cm (29.53")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA627418
Dealers Internal Ref
S26-71
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Archive I An 18th-century George III oak chest of drawers featuring a two over three drawer arrangement with brass handles and bracket feet.

18th Century George III Oak Chest of Drawers

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An 18th-century George III oak chest of drawers featuring a two over three drawer arrangement with brass handles and bracket feet.
18th Century George III Oak Chest of Drawers
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An 18th-century George III oak chest of drawers featuring a two over three drawer arrangement with brass handles and bracket feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTwo over three drawers, Swan-neck brass handles, Bracket feet, Keyhole escutcheons
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 52 cm (20 in) x D 75 cm (30 in)

This George III chest of drawers belongs to the Georgian period and uses solid oak timber finished in a warm brown tone. The piece has an arrangement of five graduated drawers in a two-over-three formation, fitted with swan-neck brass drop handles, pierced keyhole escutcheons, and visible brass locks. Moulded edges define the upper top surface, while the base rests upon shaped bracket feet. The chest measures 99 cm high, 52 cm wide, and 75 cm deep, offering practical storage for clothing and linens. Traditional proportions and rich timber grain allow this chest of drawers to sit comfortably in a bedroom, hallway, or living space within a period home or country interior. The solid construction and classic layout provide a functional storage surface and everyday utility. The surface shows a warm, aged patina across the wooden panels while retaining its original hardware setup.

FAQs

George III furniture, produced between 1760 and 1820, is defined by symmetrical proportions, practical utility, and execution in native woods such as oak alongside imported mahogany.

Pieces from this period feature solid oak or pine framing, hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer linings, hand-planed backboards, and solid cast brass handles.

Authentic period pieces exhibit uneven hand-cut dovetails, signs of hand-planing on rear panels, natural wood shrinkage over time, and historical oxidisation around iron nails and brass fittings.

Place the piece against neutral wall colours in a hallway or bedroom, styling the top surface with modern artwork or contemporary ceramic vessels to create contrast.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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