Fine Period George III Mahogany Bachelor’s Chest , Sturdy & Ultra Compact with 3 Long Graduated Drawers, Circa 1770-1790

Dating to the late 18th century, circa 1770–1790, this exceptional English George III mahogany chest of drawers stands as a premier example of period Georgian cabinetry. Built in the highly sought-after bachelor’s chest format, the piece boasts compact, narrow proportions that make it an ideal petite accent for upscale interiors or historic collections. The facade features three long, progressively graduated drawers that increase in depth toward the baseline to create a perfectly balanced visual weight. The top surface is framed by elegant crossbanded borders, while the entire unit stands on its original-style, sturdy bracket feet. The drawers retain their classic brass swan-neck swing handles resting on decorative escutcheon plates, adding a brilliant historic contrast to the richly figured primary mahogany wood.
The internal construction details definitively confirm the chest’s authentic 18th-century origin and remarkable state of preservation. Looking directly into the drawer reveals secondary timber lining constructed from high-quality, old-growth oak, complete with an original heavy brass long-plate lever lock mechanism flush-mounted securely into the top edge of the drawer front. The side profile showcases extremely narrow, hand-cut dovetail joints and original hand-planed edges.

These micro-details show that the chest was entirely built by hand, long before the advent of industrial machinery. The tight joints, flush-fitting brass plates, and straight panels testify to excellent climate stability throughout its lifespan.

This original period masterpiece with it’s compact scale and useful storage is completely ready for any interior setting.

Dimensions: width 28″ x depth 16″ x height 27.5″

$2,400.00

1 in stock

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