Regency Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers c.1820

This is a characterful country house bow front chest of drawers which dates to the first quarter of the 19th century. Made of rich dark mahogany and veneers it is a handsome piece which will provide an good amount of storage in any home, it is elegant and timeless and has a lot of character. The bow front is fitted with five spacious drawers which are finished with cock beading and brass drop handles. The chest is set on swept bracket feet and the wood has a polished finish which has a good sheen. Condition: The chest is generally in solid structural condition with many cosmetic marks of age and use. When we purchased it there had already been numerous repairs made internally, including repairs to the drawer bases and beading added to the back of each drawer. The top right hand drawer has a repaired shrinkage crack to the base. The top front edge has a patchwork effect to the veneer where it has been repaired and the top has a lot of small marks, dents etc below the polished finish. The handles have been changed several times over the years, the ones now present are of the period. A characterful chest with a sense of history and a life eventfully lived!