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George III Mahogany Dowry Chest on Stand
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George III Mahogany Dowry Chest on Stand

18th century
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Circa 1760. A large mahogany Dowry chest on stand. The rectangular top with great colour and patination, simple caddy fore-edge and a wonderfully ribbed fore edge with a cast brass lifting handle in the form of an axe head drop, beneath this a brass escutcheon. The front of the chest is in figured mahogany with 4 pairs of engraved straps to the front and sides, with a pair of cast brass lifting handles with solid back plates on the gables, the lid is hinged and opens to reveal and uninterrupted interior with a single removable shelf, the entire carcass inside is in mahogany. The bottom has a lovely moulded edge, simple frieze, further beading, the chest stands on four square legs with panels on the front, chamfered on the inside and finishing on a moulded block toe.

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dowry Chest to the Georgian era.

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SA964625
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32130
Description
Circa 1760. A large mahogany Dowry chest on stand. The rectangular top with great colour and patination, simple caddy fore-edge and a wonderfully ribbed fore edge with a cast brass lifting handle in the form of an axe head drop, beneath this a brass escutcheon. The front of the chest is in figured mahogany with 4 pairs of engraved straps to the front and sides, with a pair of cast brass lifting handles with solid back plates on the gables, the lid is hinged and opens to reveal and uninterrupted interior with a single removable shelf, the entire carcass inside is in mahogany.
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The bottom has a lovely moulded edge, simple frieze, further beading, the chest stands on four square legs with panels on the front, chamfered on the inside and finishing on a moulded block toe.
Georgian Antiques
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dowry Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA964625
Dealers Internal Ref
32130
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A George III mahogany dowry chest on stand featuring polished brass corner mounts, side drop handles, and reeded edge detailing.
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Archive I A George III mahogany dowry chest on stand featuring polished brass corner mounts, side drop handles, and reeded edge detailing.

George III Mahogany Dowry Chest on Stand

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A George III mahogany dowry chest on stand featuring polished brass corner mounts, side drop handles, and reeded edge detailing.
George III Mahogany Dowry Chest on Stand
Ref: SA964625
A George III mahogany dowry chest on stand featuring polished brass corner mounts, side drop handles, and reeded edge detailing.
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A Georgian dowry chest on stand is an 18th-century wooden storage trunk elevated on a dedicated frame or leg base. Historically made to hold a brides household linens and valuables, these chests feature hinged lids and sturdy carrying handles for transportation.

These chests were primarily constructed from solid dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, often lined with pine or cedar. High-status examples feature decorative and functional cast brass corner brackets, brass drop handles, and steel lock mechanisms.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, uneven hand-planed timber surfaces, and original brass hardware showing natural surface oxidisation. The primary timber typically demonstrates a deep patina, and the interior secondary wood will show characteristic age marks and hand-sawing lines.

A chest on stand functions effectively as a focal point in an entrance hall, behind a sofa, or placed at the foot of a bed. Its elevated profile creates visual lightness while offering practical concealed storage for extra linens, blankets, or household items.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a pure beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the wood grain. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent timber shrinkage or cracking, and allow brass mounts to retain their natural aged patina rather than using harsh chemical cleaners.
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