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Georgian Red Japanned Chest of Drawers
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for sale €7,956     $8,636
£6,800
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Georgian Red Japanned Chest of Drawers

18th century
Description

A glorious early eighteenth century red chinoiserie decorated chest of drawers.

Wonderful original colour and depth to the paintwork.

Original brass handles and escutcheons, the top with a moulded edge above two short and four long graduated drawers, on bracket feet.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated these Red Japanned Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

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SA1241640
Description
A glorious early eighteenth century red chinoiserie decorated chest of drawers.

Wonderful original colour and depth to the paintwork.

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Original brass handles and escutcheons, the top with a moulded edge above two short and four long graduated drawers, on bracket feet.
William Carr Antiques
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
87cm (34.25")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated these Red Japanned Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241640
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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William Carr Antiques

William Carr Antiques
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United Kingdom
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A Georgian red japanned chest of drawers decorated with gilt chinoiserie landscapes and fitted with brass drop handles.
Georgian Red Japanned Chest Of Drawers
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A Georgian red japanned chest of drawers decorated with gilt chinoiserie landscapes and fitted with brass drop handles.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian Chinoiserie
  • MaterialPine, Oak, Lacquer, Brass
  • ColourRed and Gold
  • MotifsChinoiserie landscapes, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles, Escutcheon keyholes
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 87 cm (34 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This eighteenth century Georgian Chinoiserie chest of drawers stands 81 cm high, 87 cm wide, and 46 cm deep. The piece is constructed from pine, oak, lacquer, and brass, finished in red and gold with hand-painted gilt Chinoiserie landscapes across the drawer fronts and surface. The structure has a moulded edge top, two short upper drawers above four long graduated drawers, and sits on bracket feet with brass drop handles and escutcheon keyholes. In a contemporary home, this chest of drawers suits a bedroom, hallway, or living space as a storage unit and decorative surface. The dark red and metallic gold lacquer palette creates an English Country House design vibe suited to traditional interiors.

FAQs

Japanning is a European decorative technique developed in the late 17th and 18th centuries to imitate East Asian lacquerwork. The process involves applying layers of resin-based varnish over a prepared ground, decorated with raised gilding depicting chinoiserie landscapes, figures, and flora.

Georgian japanned chests were typically constructed with softwood or oak carcasses coated in gesso and spirit varnish finishes. Decorative details were rendered using gold powder or leaf, completed with brass drop handles and cast escutcheons.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine drawer linings, and natural craquelure across the lacquer layers. Genuine age manifests in uneven surface shrinkage lines and gentle wear on high-touch gilded areas.

A red japanned chest creates a visual focal point when positioned against neutral walls or integrated into contemporary rooms. Pairing the piece with simple lighting or modern abstract artwork balances the detailed gilded motifs.

Japanned furniture requires a stable environment away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber movement and lacquer flaking. Cleaning should be restricted to light dusting with a dry microfibre cloth, avoiding liquid polishes or water-based solutions.
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