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Attributed to Gillows - George III Period Satinwood and Kingwood Chest of Drawers
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
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Attributed to Gillows - George III Period Satinwood and Kingwood Chest of Drawers

18th century
Description

No: 411Z

A George III Period Satinwood and Kingwood crossbanded Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers, the four full-width graduated drawers with oak linings above a shaped apron and slender, slightly splayed bracket feet

Circa 1785

Price :£ 5,750-00p.

Height: 37”, 94 cms, Width: 37”, 94 cms, Depth:21.5”,55 cms.

Note: Further research has now shown that this chest is attributable to Gillows of Lancaster as  Illustrations in "Gillow Furniture Designs 1760 -1800" by Lindsay Boynton Colour Illustration 11 "Commode chest of drawers, satinwood and purplewood ( See Susan Stuart's 2 volumes - Blackie is quoted as saying Purplewood often confounded as Kingwood and Violetta ) with French feet and the characteristic Gillow handles; cf. Fig 118 dated 1789. The black and white sketch from the Gillows Work Books at 118 conforms almost exactly to the dimensions of this chest with the slightly overhanging top, the drawer dimensions graduated at 5", 6". 7" & 8" correspond as does the height at 3ft 01/2"

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this George III Satinwood Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA970544
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411Z
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Description
No: 411Z

A George III Period Satinwood and Kingwood crossbanded Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers, the four full-width graduated drawers with oak linings above a shaped apron and slender, slightly splayed bracket feet

fig 1. A George III period bowfront satinwood chest of drawers featuring kingwood crossbanding and four graduated drawers on bracket feet.
fig 1. Attributed to Gillows - George III Period Satinwood and Kingwood Chest of Drawers

Circa 1785

Price :£ 5,750-00p.

Height: 37”, 94 cms, Width: 37”, 94 cms, Depth:21.5”,55 cms.

Note: Further research has now shown that this chest is attributable to Gillows of Lancaster as  Illustrations in "Gillow Furniture Designs 1760 -1800" by Lindsay Boynton Colour Illustration 11 "Commode chest of drawers, satinwood and purplewood ( See Susan Stuart's 2 volumes - Blackie is quoted as saying Purplewood often confounded as Kingwood and Violetta ) with French feet and the characteristic Gillow handles; cf. Fig 118 dated 1789.

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The black and white sketch from the Gillows Work Books at 118 conforms almost exactly to the dimensions of this chest with the slightly overhanging top, the drawer dimensions graduated at 5", 6".
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd

7" & 8" correspond as does the height at 3ft 01/2"

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd has dated this George III Satinwood Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA970544
Dealers Internal Ref
411Z
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
W.R. Harvey & Co. (Antiques) Ltd
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Specialists in 17th-18th and early 19th century fine english furniture, art, clocks and other objets d'art

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Archive I A George III period bowfront satinwood chest of drawers featuring kingwood crossbanding and four graduated drawers on bracket feet.

Attributed to Gillows - George III Period Satinwood and Kingwood Chest of Drawers

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A George III period bowfront satinwood chest of drawers featuring kingwood crossbanding and four graduated drawers on bracket feet.
Attributed to Gillows - George III Period Satinwood and Kingwood Chest of Drawers
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A George III period bowfront satinwood chest of drawers featuring kingwood crossbanding and four graduated drawers on bracket feet.
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The George III period spanning 1760 to 1820 encompasses Neoclassical design principles influenced by cabinetmakers like Robert Adam, Thomas Chippendale, and George Hepplewhite. Furniture from this era emphasises balanced proportions, refined timber veneers such as satinwood and mahogany, and classical decorative motifs.

Cabinetmakers primarily utilised native oak or pine for interior drawer linings and carcasses, veneering the exterior with exotic woods like satinwood, rosewood, and kingwood. Drawers were constructed with hand-cut dovetail joints, cockbeaded drawer edges, and fitted with solid cast brass bail handles.

Authentic 18th-century examples display hand-sawn secondary timbers, irregular dovetail joints, and characteristic shrinkage marks on backboards. Look for natural oxidisation on untouched interior wood surfaces, age-appropriate wear around handles, and hand-cast brass hardware.

A bowfront satinwood chest functions well as a focal piece in a hallway, bedroom, or living space. Pair the golden amber tones of the timber with modern abstract art or minimalist lighting to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern interior design.

Clean the surface periodically with a dry, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve timber moisture. Avoid placing veneered furniture in direct sunlight or adjacent to heat sources, which can cause timber movement and veneer lifting.
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