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Rare George II Laburnum Small Chest of Drawers
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Rare George II Laburnum Small Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 19 August 2025 · Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
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A very rare George II laburnum small chest of drawers; of very unusual form and lovely original condition; the well figured rectangular top with mahogany crossbanding having a thumbnail moulded edge above an unusual cavetto moulding, incorporating the brushing slide. The top drawer being false (to accommodate the side drawers) above the three long true drawers crossbanded in mahogany with cockbeaded edges. All fully oak lined and retaining original brass handles and escutcheons. The chest having an unusual and charming feature of the side drawers, above the original brass carrying handles. Raised on original, shaped bracket feet. Lovely warm colour with a good patination having working locks with two keys.

English/Scottish circa 1750

Very good condition

Dimensions (ins) 35.5 wide x 19.25 deep x 32 high

Date of Manufacture

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this George II Laburnum Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81.2cm (31.97")
Width
90.1cm (35.47")
Depth
48.9cm (19.25")
Reference Numbers
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SA819443
Dealers Internal Reference
R1030
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Description
A very rare George II laburnum small chest of drawers; of very unusual form and lovely original condition; the well figured rectangular top with mahogany crossbanding having a thumbnail moulded edge above an unusual cavetto moulding, incorporating the brushing slide.
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The top drawer being false (to accommodate the side drawers) above the three long true drawers crossbanded in mahogany with cockbeaded edges.
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

All fully oak lined and retaining original brass handles and escutcheons. The chest having an unusual and charming feature of the side drawers, above the original brass carrying handles. Raised on original, shaped bracket feet. Lovely warm colour with a good patination having working locks with two keys.

English/Scottish circa 1750

Very good condition

Dimensions (ins) 35.5 wide x 19.25 deep x 32 high

Date of Manufacture

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this George II Laburnum Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Height
81.2cm (31.97")
Width
90.1cm (35.47")
Depth
48.9cm (19.25")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA819443
Dealers Internal Ref
R1030
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011

Specialists in c18th & c19th furniture and objects

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Stratford Road
Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 9NQ
United Kingdom
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A small George II laburnum chest of drawers featuring four graduated horizontal drawers with brass drop handles and bracket feet.
Rare George II laburnum small chest of drawers
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLaburnum, Oak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGraduated drawers, Bracket feet, Drop handles, Veneered laburnum panels
  • SizeH 81.2 cm (32 in) x W 90.1 cm (35 in) x D 48.9 cm (19 in)

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The George II furniture style, spanning roughly from 1727 to 1760, is characterised by a transition from heavy, sombre walnut designs to lighter, more carved mahogany and exotic woods, incorporating early Rococo influences and robust structural proportions.

Cabinet makers of the era typically utilised native and imported hardwoods such as oak for internal carcases, lined with deal or pine, and faced with decorative veneers like laburnum, walnut, or mahogany, joined using hand-cut dovetails.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct construction markers such as hand-cut dovetailing on drawer boxes, original or period-replacement brass drop handles matching the footprint of past hardware, timber shrinkage, and natural oxidisation patterns.

Integrating period brown furniture into a modern space works best by pairing the rich grain and warm tones with minimalist walls and contemporary abstract art or neutral textiles to create a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Preserve antique wood surfaces by keeping them away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer lifting, and maintain the timber using traditional beeswax applied sparingly, avoiding modern silicone-based polishes.
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