Superb 18th Century Chest of Drawers

Name: Superb 18th Century Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA877047
Price: 2900 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectChests of Drawers
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsPierced brass escutcheons, Bracket feet, Fluted quarter columns, Two-over-three drawer layout
SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 90 cm (35 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

This Georgian chest of drawers dates from the 18th century, specifically around 1780, and is fashioned from dark brown mahogany. The piece presents a two-over-three drawer layout with two smaller drawers above three full-width graduating drawers, all fitted with original brass drop handles and pierced brass backplates and escutcheons. Architectural details include fluted quarter columns positioned at the front corners, framed by crisp horizontal mouldings, and the entire structure rests upon bracket feet. The dimensions measure 84 cm high, 90 cm wide, and 48 cm deep. Practical for everyday storage, this small chest sits comfortably in a bedroom, hallway, or living space to hold clothing, linens, or household items while providing a solid surface for lamps or decorative objects. The classic English country house style integrates easily into both traditional and contemporary interiors, offering a compact storage solution that brings historical character to a home.

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An 18th-century Georgian chest of drawers is a timber cabinet featuring multiple horizontal drawers, traditionally configured in a two-short-over-three-long arrangement. Popularised throughout the 1700s, these pieces showcase balanced classical proportions, hand-cut joinery, and brass bail handles characteristic of Chippendale and Hepplewhite influences.

Primary exterior timbers were predominantly dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany, valued for durability and deep grain figure. Secondary timbers for drawer linings and backboards typically utilised native pine or oak, fitted with hand-cast brass handles and steel locks.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints with narrow pins, hand-planed secondary surfaces, and drawer bottoms with wood grain running horizontally. Naturally occurring shrinkage cracks, historic wear around drawer runners, and original brass hardware mounting marks also verify age.

Position the chest as a focal storage piece in a bedroom, hallway, or living space alongside neutral walls. Combine the warm mahogany tones with modern textured ceramics, framed abstract artwork, or structured contemporary lighting to create a balanced scheme.

Maintain timber surfaces by dusting regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and applying natural beeswax polish once or twice per year. Position the chest away from direct heat sources and radiators to prevent wood movement and finish drying.

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Superb 18th Century Chest of Drawers

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