A fine 18th Century Figured Mahogany Chest Of Drawers of superb colour, in the most wonderful original condition. Retaining the original handles, locks, clean original Oak drawer linings and feet. The fabulous top made from one piece of thickly cut Mahogany veneer.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

94cm (37.01")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA958638

Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

94cm (37.01")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA958638

About the Dealer

Holmes Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest featuring four graduated drawers with brass swan-neck handles and bracket feet.

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Georgian chests of drawers typically feature balanced proportions, dense mahogany timber construction, and classic drawer configurations supported by bracket feet. Design details frequently include fine cockbeading around drawer edges and cast brass swan-neck drop handles.

Primary woods predominantly included imported West Indian or Cuban mahogany, prized for its density and rich reddish-brown figure. Secondary woods used for drawer linings and back panels generally comprised pine, oak, or poplar.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer construction, hand-planed timber surfaces, and natural wood shrinkage on drawer bottoms. Original brass hardware will often show hand-chased details and authentic surface patination.

Position the chest as a focal storage piece in a hallway, living area, or bedroom, pairing warm timber tones against neutral wall palettes. Contrast the historic woodwork by placing contemporary artwork, ceramic vessels, or modern lighting directly above.

Position the chest away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage or veneer fading. Maintain the finish by applying a quality beeswax polish once or twice per year, buffing in the direction of the wood grain.

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