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George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks
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George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks

18th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Richard Anthony Rush Antiques
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Georgian / George III Mahogany Chest Of Drawers With Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks

A very handsome George III chest c. 1770 presented in fine showroom condition with no apparent historic repairs. It has highly figured veneers to the drawer fronts & a lovely soft golden colour. The chest retains all the original fittings, the handles having elements of the original gilt finish. All the locks have been serviced & are working.

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At Richard Anthony Rush Antiques we pride ourselves on supplying top quality pieces carefully chosen for their originality, quality and condition.

Richard has worked as a conservator/restorer for over thirty five years with many eminent clients including the department store Peter Jones in Sloane Square, London (part of the John Lewis Partnership) for whom he restored and supplied antique furniture for over eighteen years.

Every piece supplied by Richard Anthony Rush Antiques is in fine showroom condition and finished to a very high standard. You can expect all furniture to be clean throughout and ready for your home.

We can arrange a full delivery service. Please contact us for a quote or if you would like additional information about any of our pieces.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Richard Anthony Rush Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

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SA1167043
Dealers Internal Reference
AF749
Description
Georgian / George III Mahogany Chest Of Drawers With Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks

A very handsome George III chest c. 1770 presented in fine showroom condition with no apparent historic repairs. It has highly figured veneers to the drawer fronts & a lovely soft golden colour.

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The chest retains all the original fittings, the handles having elements of the original gilt finish.
Richard Anthony Rush Antiques

All the locks have been serviced & are working.

fig 1. A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over three long drawers with figured veneers, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.
fig 1. George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks

At Richard Anthony Rush Antiques we pride ourselves on supplying top quality pieces carefully chosen for their originality, quality and condition.

Richard has worked as a conservator/restorer for over thirty five years with many eminent clients including the department store Peter Jones in Sloane Square, London (part of the John Lewis Partnership) for whom he restored and supplied antique furniture for over eighteen years.

fig 2. A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over three long drawers with figured veneers, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.
fig 2. George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks

Every piece supplied by Richard Anthony Rush Antiques is in fine showroom condition and finished to a very high standard. You can expect all furniture to be clean throughout and ready for your home.

We can arrange a full delivery service. Please contact us for a quote or if you would like additional information about any of our pieces.

Height
101cm (39.76")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Richard Anthony Rush Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Chest Drawers to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1167043
Dealers Internal Ref
AF749
Richard Anthony Rush Antiques
Richard Anthony Rush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2023
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Archive I A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over three long drawers with figured veneers, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks

Archive II A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over three long drawers with figured veneers, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet. View II
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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over three long drawers with figured veneers, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.
George III Mahogany Chest Of Drawers With Highly Figured Veneers, Original Handles & Working Locks
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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring two short drawers over three long drawers with figured veneers, brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBracket feet, Flame mahogany veneer, Swan-neck handles, Two over three layout
  • SizeH 101 cm (40 in) x W 111 cm (44 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

George III furniture, spanning from 1760 to 1820, is characterised by classical proportions, high-quality mahogany construction, symmetrical layouts, and refined brass hardware.

Cabinetmakers during the Georgian period primarily utilised solid mahogany and figured mahogany veneers, often fitted with oak drawer linings and cast brass handles.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn drawer linings made of oak or pine, original brass swan-neck handles, and bracket feet exhibiting natural age-related wear.

Place the piece as a focal point in a bedroom or hallway, pairing warm mahogany tones with neutral walls, minimalist ceramics, and contemporary artwork to balance the room.

Clean surfaces with a soft dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent cracking.
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