Sold: English Painted Chest of Drawers 19th Century

Name: English Painted Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA965085
Price: 1750 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL

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An antique painted chest of drawers with five graduated drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet.

English Painted Chest of Drawers

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ObjectChests of Drawers
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian Country
MaterialPine, Brass, Hardwood
ColourOff-White
MotifsGraduated drawers, Brass drop handles, Turned feet, Key escutcheons
SizeH 103 cm (41 in) x W 112 cm (44 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

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Painted chests of drawers gained popularity during the Georgian and Regency periods, often used in bedrooms and dressing rooms to store linens and apparel. Over time, many pieces received later painted finishes to suit changing interior fashions, particularly within country house aesthetics.

Authentic period chests are typically constructed from native hardwoods such as oak, pine, or mahogany, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction. Brass drop handles and escutcheons are standard hardware elements, often paired with mortise and tenon frames.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, tool marks inside the drawers, and the consistency of the dovetails. Hand-sawn boards, irregular secondary timbers, and period-appropriate wear patterns around the keyholes and handles indicate genuine age.

A painted chest functions effectively as a focal point in a hallway or bedroom, contrasting against neutral walls. Style the top surface with minimal accessories, such as a ceramic lamp or a simple mirror, to balance the visual weight of the furniture.

Maintain a stable room temperature and avoid direct sunlight to prevent the paint finish from fading or cracking. Clean surfaces gently with a dry or slightly damp microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical solvents that can damage historical finishes.

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