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.

An Unusual Regency Period Wine Cellarette

19th century

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An Unusual Regency Period Wine Cellarette

From Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

£2,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

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An Historically Important Collectors Cabinet the Property of William John Burchall. 1781-1863. Circa 1830.

18th century

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An Historically Important Collectors Cabinet the Property of William John Burchall. 1781-1863. Circa 1830.

From Atropos Antiques

£3,250

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Dumfries House George III Mahogany Chest

18th century

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Dumfries House George III Mahogany Chest

From Georgian Antiques

£1,650

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chest of drawers

18th century

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George III Serpentine Fronted Figured Mahogany Chest of Drawers

From Georgian Antiques

£2,750

3+ MONTHS AGO

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George III Mahogany Lancashire Mule Chest

18th century

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George III Mahogany Lancashire Mule Chest

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£1,450

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Georgian Tea Caddy with Complete Interior

18th century

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Georgian Tea Caddy with Complete Interior

From James Reeve (Quinneys of Warwick)

£375

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

18th century

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Antique Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

From Richie Perrott Antiques

£1,995

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Georgian Fluted Topped Mahogany Cellarette C.1820s

19th century

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Georgian Fluted Topped Mahogany Cellarette C.1820s

From Minerva Antiques Ltd

£1,650

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Regency Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers.

19th century

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Regency Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers.

From F E Anderson Antiques

£795

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Small Georgian Mahogany Chest with Slide

18th century

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Small Georgian Mahogany Chest with Slide

From S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

£3,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

chest of drawers

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

18th century

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Georgian Small Mahogany Chest of Drawers

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£790

3+ MONTHS AGO

chest of drawers

George 111 Figured Mahogany Slide Chest of 4 Long Drawers

18th century

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George 111 Figured Mahogany Slide Chest of 4 Long Drawers

From E W Cousins and Son

£1,800

3+ MONTHS AGO

chest of drawers

19th century

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Nineteenth Century Mahogany Box

From Ropeworks Antiques

£365

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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19th Century Regency Period Neoclassical / Egyptian Revival Mahogany Chest on Stand

From School House Antiques

£7,600

3+ MONTHS AGO

chest of drawers

C19th Mahogany Haberdashery Cabinet / Office Cabinet

19th century

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C19th Mahogany Haberdashery Cabinet / Office Cabinet

From Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

£2,800

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Whytock & Reid Mahogany Chest of Drawers

1900 - 1920

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Whytock & Reid Mahogany Chest of Drawers

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£425

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Brown Mahogany Storage Chest

An Unusual Regency Period Wine Cellarette

An Historically Important Collectors Cabinet the Property of William John Burchall. 1781-1863. Circa 1830.

Dumfries House George III Mahogany Chest

George III Serpentine Fronted Figured Mahogany Chest of Drawers

George III Mahogany Lancashire Mule Chest

Georgian Tea Caddy with Complete Interior

Antique Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

Georgian Fluted Topped Mahogany Cellarette C.1820s

Regency Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers.

Small Georgian Mahogany Chest with Slide

Georgian Small Mahogany Chest of Drawers

George 111 Figured Mahogany Slide Chest of 4 Long Drawers

Nineteenth Century Mahogany Box

19th Century Regency Period Neoclassical / Egyptian Revival Mahogany Chest on Stand

C19th Mahogany Haberdashery Cabinet / Office Cabinet

Whytock & Reid Mahogany Chest of Drawers

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