Sold: George III Mahogany Chest-on-chest 18th Century

Name: George III Mahogany Chest-on-chest
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1235971
Price: 2750 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectChests of Drawers
Period18th century
StyleGeorge III
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsDentil moulding, swan-neck handles, bracket feet
SizeH 180 cm (71 in) x W 117.5 cm (46 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This George III chest-on-chest is an 18th century English country house piece made from dark brown mahogany with oak linings and a highly polished finish. The tall structure stands at 180 cm high, 117.5 cm wide, and 55 cm deep, comprising a dentil cornice across the top, two upper short drawers, six graduated long drawers below, swan-neck brass handles with keyholes, and bracket feet at the base. It is in good condition with an excellent patina and is ready for daily use in a home. Inside a bedroom, dressing room, or hallway, this large storage unit provides ample capacity for folded clothes, linens, and personal belongings while adding traditional period character to the interior space. The solid proportions and classic configuration make it a practical statement chest of drawers that coordinates easily with other antique timber furnishings.

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A chest-on-chest, also known as a tallboy, is a piece of vertical case furniture consisting of two stacked chests of drawers. Originating in the late 17th century and gaining immense popularity during the Georgian era, this format provided expanded drawer storage without increasing the floor footprint.

Georgian chest-on-chests were predominantly constructed from dense, imported timber such as Cuban or West Indian mahogany, often utilising pine or oak as secondary drawer linings. Construction details include hand-cut dovetail joints, cast brass swan-neck handles, and steel locks with brass escutcheons.

Authentic George III examples display hand-sawn dovetail joints, hand-planed drawer bottoms, original cast brass hardware with matching interior fixing marks, and timber shrinkage consistent with age. Look for architectural detailing including dentil-moulded cornices, two-part sectional construction, and bracket feet.

A Georgian chest-on-chest functions as an architectural focal point when set against contemporary neutral wall finishes or understated wallpaper. Placed in a master bedroom or hallway, its tall vertical proportions anchor the space while providing functional storage.

Maintain mahogany timber by dusting regularly with a dry, soft cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish annually to protect the surface patination. Position the chest away from direct sunlight, radiators, or significant humidity fluctuations to prevent timber movement and cracking.

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