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A Pair of George IV Mahogany Pedestal Cupboards
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A Pair of George IV Mahogany Pedestal Cupboards

19th century
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A pair of George IV mahogany pedestal cupboards, each with a plain top over full length cupboard doors with a bold applied pilaster in the Retour d’Egypte manner, with plain outswept capital over a row of carved stylised leaves and a tapering shaft, to a similar foot and on a plain plinth base. One fitted with a cellaret drawer with a gilt brass handle, the other with open slides, and each with a side lock, keys supplied.

Condition: On the whole very good, both pedestals are in good condition with excellent use of flame mahogany on the doors, both locks work and the drawer and slides run smoothly. The pair have a bold appearance, good colour and nice patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated these George IV Mahogany Pedestals to the Regency era.

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SA911512
Description
A pair of George IV mahogany pedestal cupboards, each with a plain top over full length cupboard doors with a bold applied pilaster in the Retour d’Egypte manner, with plain outswept capital over a row of carved stylised leaves and a tapering shaft, to a similar foot and on a plain plinth base.
One fitted with a cellaret drawer with a gilt brass handle, the other with open slides, and each with a side lock, keys supplied.
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fig 1. A pair of George IV flame mahogany pedestal cupboards featuring carved mouldings and plinth bases.
fig 1. A Pair of George IV Mahogany Pedestal Cupboards

Condition: On the whole very good, both pedestals are in good condition with excellent use of flame mahogany on the doors, both locks work and the drawer and slides run smoothly. The pair have a bold appearance, good colour and nice patina.

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated these George IV Mahogany Pedestals to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA911512
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2018
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Archive I A pair of George IV flame mahogany pedestal cupboards featuring carved mouldings and plinth bases.

A Pair of George IV Mahogany Pedestal Cupboards

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The Playhouse Gallery
Lombard Street
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AG
United Kingdom
Verified Since Oct 2018
Items For Sale 134
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Location: The Playhouse Gallery, Lombard Street, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0AG, United Kingdom
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A pair of George IV flame mahogany pedestal cupboards featuring carved mouldings and plinth bases.
A pair of George IV mahogany pedestal cupboards
Ref: SA911512
A pair of George IV flame mahogany pedestal cupboards featuring carved mouldings and plinth bases.
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George IV furniture, spanning 1820 to 1830, marks the transition between classical Regency styling and early Victorian heavy ornamentation. Pieces from this decade frequently feature flame mahogany veneers, classical architectural motifs, bold plinth bases, and intricate carved mouldings.

Cabinetmakers during this period predominantly used imported West Indian mahogany for outer frames and flame mahogany veneers for panel facings. Internal secondary timbers typically included native pine, oak, or poplar for drawer linings and backboards.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass or timber hinges, and hand-planed secondary woods inside the carcass. The exterior wood usually displays natural shrinkage lines, rich patina, and historical timber movement around veneered door panels.

Pairs of pedestals function effectively as oversized bedside tables in contemporary bedrooms or as flanking side cabinets on either side of a fireplace or entryway door. Placing table lamps or bronze sculptures on top highlights their symmetrical architectural proportions.

Dust regularly with a soft dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish twice a year to preserve the timber patina. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources such as radiators and out of direct sunlight to prevent veneer cracking and wood bleaching.
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