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An Antique George 111 Six Height Mahogany Tallboy / Chest C1780
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An Antique George 111 Six Height Mahogany Tallboy / Chest C1780

18th century
Sold 28 June 2025 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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An antique George 111 six height mahogany tallboy / chest and dating from around 1780. This original tallboy has a moulded edge to the top and features two rows of two short drawers from the top, under these are four long graduating drawers, all of which are all pine lined. It has its original brass handle's escutcheons. It has a moulded round bottom and it stands on bracket feet.

Measures: Height 52" x Depth 20" x Width 41"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this George III Mahogany Tallboy to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
104.5cm (41.14")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1140248
Dealers Internal Reference
W3534/4.5
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WE FULL UNDERSTAND THAT BUYING ON THE INTERNET CAN BE A DAUNTING EXPERIENCE AND FOR THIS REASON WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY FOR YOU TO HAVE A PIECE DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME AND IF FOR ANY REASON YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH IT ON ARRIVAL we will give a full refund on any item, provided you let us know within 7 days of delivery and provided the item is returned to us in its original condition. (You will only need to pay for the courier charges for delivery and return).

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Description
An antique George 111 six height mahogany tallboy / chest and dating from around 1780.
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This original tallboy has a moulded edge to the top and features two rows of two short drawers from the top, under these are four long graduating drawers, all of which are all pine lined.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

It has its original brass handle's escutcheons. It has a moulded round bottom and it stands on bracket feet.

fig 1. A Georgian mahogany tallboy chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and ornate brass drop handles.
fig 1. An Antique George 111 Six Height Mahogany Tallboy / Chest C1780

Measures: Height 52" x Depth 20" x Width 41"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

fig 2. A Georgian mahogany tallboy chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and ornate brass drop handles.
fig 2. An Antique George 111 Six Height Mahogany Tallboy / Chest C1780

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this George III Mahogany Tallboy to the Georgian era.

Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
104.5cm (41.14")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1140248
Dealers Internal Ref
W3534/4.5
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 189
Items Sold 6,483
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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A Georgian mahogany tallboy chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and ornate brass drop handles.
AN ANTIQUE GEORGE 111 SIX HEIGHT MAHOGANY TALLBOY / CHEST C1780
Ref: SA1140248
A Georgian mahogany tallboy chest featuring multiple stacked drawers and ornate brass drop handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass drop handles, Bracket feet, Multiple graduated drawers, Two-section carcass
  • SizeH 132 cm (52 in) x W 104.5 cm (41 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

The George III style, spanning from 1760 to 1811, is characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and the prominent use of imported timber such as mahogany, often incorporating influences from Chippendale, Hepplewhite, and Sheraton designs.

Authentic period tallboys were constructed using solid and veneered timbers like mahogany or oak, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer construction, oak drawer linings, and cast brass hardware.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut dovetailing, timber shrinkage patterns, original or period-appropriate brass handles, and two-section carcass construction where a top chest sits upon a larger base chest.

A historical tallboy provides functional vertical storage and introduces rich timber textures, working effectively as a statement piece in a bedroom or hallway alongside minimalist modern decor to create contrast.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber.
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