How do I date a mahogany chest?

Dating a mahogany chest involves examining the construction techniques, hardware, and overall stylistic proportions. Georgian and Regency pieces often feature distinct foot forms, hand-cut dovetails, and specific drawer configurations like two short drawers over three long ones. Later Victorian and Edwardian examples may show machine-sawn elements, different handle styles, or lighter mahogany veneers. Comparing the secondary woods inside the drawers also helps establish the period of manufacture.

Where were these chests used?

These chests were primarily designed for domestic bedrooms, dressing rooms, and hallways to store garments and personal belongings. Campaign versions were built specifically for travel, featuring recessed handles and reinforced corners for military officers. Smaller boxes and tea caddies served tabletop or desktop storage needs in parlours and studies. Their robust construction allowed them to withstand daily household use over generations.

How do I care for mahogany furniture?

Caring for mahogany involves keeping the furniture away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the wood from drying out or fading. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth maintains the surface without the buildup of heavy polishes. Applying a traditional beeswax occasionally helps nourish the timber and preserve the depth of the brown finish. Maintaining a stable room humidity prevents the solid wood and veneers from warping.

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A brown mahogany storage chest offers practical storage combined with rich wood grain and traditional craftsmanship.

Fabulous Georgian Serpentine Mahogany Chest of Drawers C.1790, Superb Quality

18th century

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Fabulous Georgian Serpentine Mahogany Chest of Drawers C.1790, Superb Quality

From Charnwood Antiques

£4,250

10 DAYS AGO

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Antique Edwardian Quality Figured Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Four Drawers

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Quality Figured Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Four Drawers

From London City Antiques

£1,285

11 DAYS AGO

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Superb Quality Antique George III Small Mahogany Chest of 5 Drawers with Brushing Slide

19th century

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Superb Quality Antique George III Small Mahogany Chest of 5 Drawers with Brushing Slide

From London City Antiques

£2,650

11 DAYS AGO

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19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers

From LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

£875

11 DAYS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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An Edwardian Mahogany 3 Height Chest of Drawers C1900

From Castleforge Antiques Ltd

£395

11 DAYS AGO

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An Edwardian Mahogany Tallboy Chest C1900

1900 - 1920

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An Edwardian Mahogany Tallboy Chest C1900

From Castleforge Antiques Ltd

£445

11 DAYS AGO

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19th century

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A Very Rare 19th Century Massive Wellington Style Chest of Tall Drawers

From Yeats Country Antiques

£5,975

13 DAYS AGO

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18th century

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C18th Small Four Drawer Chest of Drawers

From I M Chaney Antique Furniture

£395

13 DAYS AGO

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19th century

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Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Circa 1820

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£780

2 WEEKS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Antique 20th Century Serpentine Chest of Drawers in Mahogany

From ActFurniture LTD

£495

2 WEEKS AGO

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Listings feature brown mahogany storage chests spanning the Georgian, Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian periods, utilising brass, satinwood, and flame mahogany veneer.

Antique Georgian Style Mahogany Small Breakfront Sideboard

1900 - 1920

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Antique Georgian Style Mahogany Small Breakfront Sideboard

From Marylebone Antiques

£1,250

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Late Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers.

18th century

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Late Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers.

From Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

£295

2 WEEKS AGO

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19th century

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George IV Flame Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£785

2 WEEKS AGO

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18th century

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Antique Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers 2 Over 3 Brass Handles

From Heavenly Antiques

£295

2 WEEKS AGO

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19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Chest

From Antique Furniture Direct

£295

2 WEEKS AGO

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Antique Mahogany Leather Top Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

19th century

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Antique Mahogany Leather Top Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

From Marylebone Antiques

£2,500

2 WEEKS AGO

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Brown Mahogany Storage Chest

Fabulous Georgian Serpentine Mahogany Chest of Drawers C.1790, Superb Quality

Antique Edwardian Quality Figured Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Four Drawers

Superb Quality Antique George III Small Mahogany Chest of 5 Drawers with Brushing Slide

Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers

An Edwardian Mahogany 3 Height Chest of Drawers C1900

An Edwardian Mahogany Tallboy Chest C1900

A Very Rare 19th Century Massive Wellington Style Chest of Tall Drawers

C18th Small Four Drawer Chest of Drawers

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Circa 1820

Antique 20th Century Serpentine Chest of Drawers in Mahogany

Antique Georgian Style Mahogany Small Breakfront Sideboard

Late Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers.

George IV Flame Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825

Antique Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers 2 Over 3 Brass Handles

Victorian Mahogany Chest

Antique Mahogany Leather Top Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

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