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Georgian Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
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Georgian Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers

19th century
Description

Late Georgian period mahogany bowfront chest of drawers raised on splay bracket feet.

Having easy opening front storage drawers with original brass handles.

In sound condition, with original polish finish. Circa 1800

Measurements

Height 47"

Width 41"

Depth 20.5"

Delivery: UK Mainland £40 Payable to Driver

Physical Dimensions
Height
119.5cm (47.05")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Affordable Old Furniture has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bowfront Chest to the 1800s.

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SA853364
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68B12/11/21
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Description
Late Georgian period mahogany bowfront chest of drawers raised on splay bracket feet.

Having easy opening front storage drawers with original brass handles.

In sound condition, with original polish finish. Circa 1800

Measurements

Height 47"

Width 41"

Depth 20.5"

Delivery: UK Mainland £40 Payable to Driver

Height
119.5cm (47.05")
Width
104cm (40.94")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Affordable Old Furniture has dated this Georgian Mahogany Bowfront Chest to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA853364
Dealers Internal Ref
68B12/11/21
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A Georgian mahogany bowfront chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over three long graduated drawers with brass oval handles.
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBowfront shape, Oval brass drop handles, Splayed bracket feet, Cockbeaded drawers
  • SizeH 119.5 cm (47 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

This late Georgian mahogany bowfront chest of drawers dates to around 1800 and embodies classic English country house style. The construction utilizes richly figured timber finished with an original warm brown polish. The facade curves outward in a distinctive bowfront profile and incorporates cockbeaded drawer divisions surrounding two small top drawers over three graduated long drawers below. Each drawer is fitted with original oval brass drop handles featuring central circular backplates and keyholes positioned between them. The entire carcass is raised on splayed bracket feet beneath a gently swept lower apron. Standing 119.5 cm high, 104 cm wide, and 52 cm deep, the piece offers substantial storage capacity. It serves as a practical bedroom chest or a striking hallway console providing surface display space and deep drawer storage for clothing, linens, or household items. The sturdy timber construction remains in sound condition with authentic signs of age consistent with a piece from the nineteenth century.

FAQs

A Georgian bowfront chest of drawers is a late 18th to early 19th-century storage piece featuring a gently curved, convex front facade. This architectural curve added visual softness compared to the flat-fronted designs of earlier periods.

Primary timbers typically included solid mahogany or flame mahogany veneers, selected for their rich colour and dense grain structure. Secondary timbers inside drawers often comprised oak, pine, or poplar, assembled with hand-cut dovetail joints.

Authentic Georgian pieces usually exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints with uneven spacing, hand-planed back panels, and cast brass oval drop handles or swan-neck handles. Look for natural wear along drawer runners and historic timber shrinkage near joints.

Position the chest against a neutral backdrop to emphasize its warm timber tones and curved silhouette. Pair it with a contemporary mirror or minimalist artwork positioned above, complemented by simple ceramic decor on the top surface.

Preserve the finish by dusting regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish along the grain twice a year. Keep the item away from direct sunlight and heat radiators to prevent timber cracking or discolouration.
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