Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table 19th Century

Name: George III Period Mahogany Dressing Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA639919
Price: 2750 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDressing Tables
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsHinged lift top, Adjustable easel mirror, Square tapered legs, Concave lower shelf
SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 68 cm (27 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

This George III period figured mahogany ladies' dressing table embodies Georgian design. Rich dark brown timber tones define the exterior, complemented by small brass knobs on the interior compartment lids and visible hinges along the back of the serpentine shaped top. The open hinged lid reveals a fitted interior housing a central adjustable easel mirror flanked by lidded compartments. A rectangular base with square tapered legs supports a concave sided lower shelf beneath the main body. The piece measures 71 cm high, 68 cm wide, and 43 cm deep. Practical for everyday use in a bedroom, dressing room or hallway, this compact dressing table provides functional surface space alongside organized storage compartments. The open mirror and divided interior sections offer a dedicated area for grooming essentials, while the lower shelf allows for additional display or placement of small items. The understated silhouette integrates easily into traditional and contemporary interiors alike.

FAQs

Originating in 18th-century Britain, George III dressing tables feature mahogany construction, symmetrical proportions, and multifunctional internal compartments designed for personal grooming.

These pieces typically feature dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany, brass hardware, hand-cut dovetail joints, and mirrored glass set within mechanical folding frames.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-sawn timber marks, natural oxidisation inside raw interior drawers, original brass hinges, and hand-chiseled joinery.

It can be placed in a bedroom or dressing space as a functional vanity, or positioned closed in a hallway as a compact console table.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, apply a beeswax polish once or twice a year, and keep the item away from direct heat sources to prevent timber movement.

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

George III Period Mahogany Dressing Table

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