Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers 18th Century

Name: George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA987849
Price: 1150 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectChests of Drawers
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourRich Brown
MotifsBracket feet, Swan-neck handles, Two-over-three drawers, Cockbeaded drawer edges
SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 52.5 cm (21 in)

This George III mahogany chest of drawers belongs to the Georgian period and measures 85 cm high, 104 cm wide, and 52.5 cm deep. The piece exhibits a rich brown timber colour with visible wood grain and oak drawer linings. The front displays a two-over-three drawer arrangement featuring cockbeaded drawer edges, keyholes to each drawer, and original brass swan-neck handles with backplates. The cabinet stands on shaped bracket feet. Such a classic English country house storage item suits placement in a traditional bedroom, hallway, or study. The drawers provide practical storage for clothing, linens, or paperwork while maintaining a refined antique aesthetic that complements period and transitional interiors.

FAQs

George III furniture, spanning from 1760 to 1820, is defined by symmetrical proportions, classic restrained elegance, and the extensive use of imported mahogany. Design traits during this era favoured refined functionalism, straight lines, and simple decorative mouldings over excessive baroque ornamentation.

Primary surfaces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, valued for their durability and warm colour. Secondary woods used for drawer linings and rear panels commonly included pine, oak, or cedar, accented with cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic 18th-century pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints that are uneven and fine, hand-sawn backboards showing tool marks, and cast brass hardware attached with hand-threaded nuts. Secondary timber often displays natural shrinkage across the grain commensurate with age.

A dark mahogany chest provides visual weight and contrast when set against neutral or contemporary wall treatments. Top the surface with minimalist ceramics, modern framed prints, or contemporary lighting to balance the traditional wood tones with modern elements.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the protective patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement, drying, or uneven colour fading.

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George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers