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Georgian Mahogany Miniature Apprentice Chest
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Georgian Mahogany Miniature Apprentice Chest

18th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

Circa 1770.

This miniature chest of drawers was a salesman piece, a scaled down version of the stock kept for sale. Often made by the salesmans apprentice and taken to potential customers to show what was on offer in their shop.

This charming little chest is in good condition, it has 2 short over 3 long graduated drawers with turned handles and bracket feet.

A lovely piece suitable for storing jewellery and trinkets.

W 37cm/14.5"

D 19.5cm/8"

H 39cm/15.25"

Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Georgian Mahogany Miniature Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
19.5cm (7.68")
Reference Numbers
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SA769148
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YSE210115D
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Description
Circa 1770.

This miniature chest of drawers was a salesman piece, a scaled down version of the stock kept for sale.

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Often made by the salesmans apprentice and taken to potential customers to show what was on offer in their shop.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
fig 1. A Georgian style miniature mahogany chest of drawers with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, turned knobs, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Georgian Mahogany Miniature Apprentice Chest

This charming little chest is in good condition, it has 2 short over 3 long graduated drawers with turned handles and bracket feet.

A lovely piece suitable for storing jewellery and trinkets.

W 37cm/14.5"

D 19.5cm/8"

H 39cm/15.25"

Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Georgian Mahogany Miniature Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
39cm (15.35")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
19.5cm (7.68")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA769148
Dealers Internal Ref
YSE210115D
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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Archive I A Georgian style miniature mahogany chest of drawers with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, turned knobs, and bracket feet.

Georgian Mahogany Miniature Apprentice Chest

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A Georgian style miniature mahogany chest of drawers with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, turned knobs, and bracket feet.
Georgian Mahogany Miniature Apprentice Chest
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A Georgian style miniature mahogany chest of drawers with two short drawers over three long graduated drawers, turned knobs, and bracket feet.
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  • ObjectMiniature Furniture
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Pine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTwo short over three long drawers, Turned wooden knobs, Bracket feet, Moulded top edge
  • SizeH 39 cm (15 in) x W 37 cm (15 in) x D 19.5 cm (8 in)

Dating from the eighteenth century, this antique miniature apprentice chest follows the Georgian style. The structure combines mahogany and pine timber with a warm brown finish. Visible details include a moulded top edge, two short drawers positioned over three long graduated drawers, turned wooden knobs, and shaped bracket feet. Natural signs of age and handling appear on the wooden surfaces. Measuring 39 cm high, 37 cm wide, and 19.5 cm deep, this diminutive chest provides compact storage for jewellery and small trinkets in a modern home. Placed on top of a sideboard in a study, library, or living room, the piece serves as an authentic decorative object with period character.

FAQs

An apprentice chest is a scaled-down chest of drawers crafted by a cabinetmakers apprentice to demonstrate their skill, precision, and mastery of joinery techniques before becoming a recognised craftsman.

These pieces were typically constructed from hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, featuring hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, turned wooden knobs, and secondary timber drawer linings.

Authentic Georgian pieces display period-correct hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed secondary timbers, original wooden or brass hardware, and natural timber oxidisation within the drawer interiors.

A miniature chest functions as a functional desktop organiser, jewellery storage box, or decorative accent positioned atop a sideboard, mantelpiece, or bedside table.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a dry soft cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish annually, avoiding direct sunlight and proximity to heat sources.
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