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A Small George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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A Small George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers

18th century
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A George III mahogany chest of two short and three long drawers of small proportions, the rectangular top with moulded edge over two short drawers each with cockbeaded edges and with an oval lock escutcheon and with Hepplewhite style handles, over three further graduated long drawers and with canted corners with fluted quarter columns with gilt bases and capitals, raised on ogee bracket feet. English circa 1780.

Condition: Overall very good, the chest is in very good condition and the drawers all run smoothly, it has a few minor scuffs commensurate with its age, the brasses appear to be the originals, and overall the piece has a fine colour and attractive grain.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

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A George III mahogany chest of two short and three long drawers of small proportions, the rectangular top with moulded edge over two short drawers each with cockbeaded edges and with an oval lock escutcheon and with Hepplewhite style handles, over three further graduated long drawers and with canted corners with fluted quarter columns with gilt bases and capitals, raised on ogee bracket feet. English circa 1780.
fig 1. A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long graduated drawers, brass oval handles, fluted corner columns, and bracket feet.
fig 1. A Small George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Condition: Overall very good, the chest is in very good condition and the drawers all run smoothly, it has a few minor scuffs commensurate with its age, the brasses appear to be the originals, and overall the piece has a fine colour and attractive grain.

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
86.5cm (34.06")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long graduated drawers, brass oval handles, fluted corner columns, and bracket feet.
A Small George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short over three long graduated drawers, brass oval handles, fluted corner columns, and bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBracket feet, Fluted corner columns, Brass oval drop handles, Graduated drawers
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 86.5 cm (34 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This George III chest of drawers dates from the Georgian period and follows an English country house style. Constructed from mahogany with a warm brown finish and a fine grain, the piece has a rectangular top with a moulded edge above two short and three long graduated drawers. Each drawer has cockbeaded edges, an oval lock escutcheon, and Hepplewhite style brass oval drop handles. Additional details include canted corners with fluted quarter columns featuring gilt bases and capitals, and the cabinet is raised on ogee bracket feet. Minor scuffs are visible as signs of age. Measuring 81 cm high, 86.5 cm wide, and 47 cm deep, this small-proportioned chest provides versatile storage options in a home today. It serves well in a bedroom for clothing, functions as a hallway surface for keys and post, or sits in a living room as a practical surface topped with a lamp and decorative items.

FAQs

Produced during the reign of King George III from 1760 to 1820, these chests feature balanced proportions, mahogany construction, hand-cut dovetail joinery, and classical decorative details such as fluted columns, brass hardware, and bracket feet.

Cabinetmakers primarily used solid and veneered mahogany for visible surfaces, while secondary timbers such as oak, pine, or deal were used for drawer linings and internal framing. Hardware typically consisted of cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetails with narrow pins, uneven hand-sawn timber marks on the back panels, original brass handles with cast backplates, and natural wood shrinkage consistent with age.

Position the piece in a hallway, bedroom, or living area alongside contemporary lighting and neutral wall finishes, allowing the rich mahogany grain and classical form to serve as a focal point against modern textures.

Maintain timber surfaces by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and finish degradation.
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