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An Irish George 111 Mahogany Chest on Stand
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An Irish George 111 Mahogany Chest on Stand

18th century
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A simply beautiful Irish mahogany blanket chest on stand , lined with cedar wood throughout. Retaining all the original and heavy brass handles and escutcheon plate ,

This chest came from a house in Antibes , I’ve known it for many years , this chest was used to travel , as the heavy and large brass handles and cedar wood lining would testify to this …

The chest was recently waxed after travelling from France .

Viewing welcome , extremely rare

Worldwide shipping available

Physical Dimensions
Height
95.2cm (37.48")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Souvenirs has dated this Irish Georgian Chest on Stand to the 18th Century.

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SA995998
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Irish chest rare
Description
A simply beautiful Irish mahogany blanket chest on stand , lined with cedar wood throughout. Retaining all the original and heavy brass handles and escutcheon plate ,
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This chest came from a house in Antibes , I’ve known it for many years , this chest was used to travel , as the heavy and large brass handles and cedar wood lining would testify to this ….
Souvenirs

The chest was recently waxed after travelling from France .

Viewing welcome , extremely rare

Worldwide shipping available

Height
95.2cm (37.48")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Souvenirs has dated this Irish Georgian Chest on Stand to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA995998
Dealers Internal Ref
Irish chest rare
Souvenirs
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

Most of my furniture is sourced from a place very dear to my heart. The luberon , antique furniture personifies the memories (souvènirs) .

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An Irish George III mahogany chest on a stand featuring a brass escutcheon, shaped apron, and carved cabriole legs.
An Irish George 111 mahogany chest on stand
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An Irish George III chest on stand is an 18th-century storage piece featuring a deep rectangular coffer elevated on a separate, fitted leg frame. Emerging during the reign of King George III, Irish examples are noted for distinct regional design characteristics, such as heavy proportions, scrolled aprons, and carved cabriole legs.

These chests were predominantly crafted from solid Cuban or West Indian mahogany, prized for its density and deep reddish-brown grain. Secondary woods like pine or oak were typically used for internal linings, while keyhole escutcheons were cast from solid brass.

Authentic pieces display hand-dovetailed joints, hand-planed timber surfaces, and natural age-related shrinkage in the solid wood panels. Irish origins often feature distinctively styled cabriole legs terminating in webbed or pad feet, alongside prominent brass escutcheons and deeply shaped aprons.

A chest on stand serves as a commanding focal point in an entryway, hallway, or bedroom, offering elevated storage while maintaining visual floor space beneath. Pairing the rich dark timber with neutral walls and contemporary artwork creates a refined aesthetic contrast.

Dust the wood regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, buffing along the grain. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent timber shrinkage or fading of the natural patina.
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