Scottish Bow Front Chest of 4 Graduated Drawers in Flame Mahogany c.1830

Elegant Scottish bow‑front chest, c.1830, in rich flame mahogany with four graduated drawers, reeded columns and brass lion‑head pulls - a refined country house piece Why We Love This … A beautifully proportioned Scottish Regency bow‑front chest, crafted circa 1830 in richly figured flame mahogany with classic reeded columns and four graduated drawers. Elegant, refined and wonderfully practical, it carries all the quiet confidence of early 19th‑century Scottish cabinetmaking. At a Glance – Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility: • Date: Regency Era - circa 1830 • Origin: Scotland • Style: Bow‑front chest with reeded columns • Materials: Curl ‘flame’ mahogany, oak and pine, Brass Lion Head drawers pulls Condition:   • Very Good   • Minor dents to carcass and moulding   • All commensurate with age Notable Details: • Superb colour • Excellent proportions • A refined country house presence Collectibility: • Chests of this calibre and age are always highly sought after • Delivery is not included - please use the Delivery Quote tab prior to purchase Heritage, History & Craftsmanship: This chest exemplifies the Scottish Regency taste for restrained elegance: a gently bowed façade, finely reeded columns, and beautifully matched flame‑mahogany veneers. The graduated drawers reflect the period’s emphasis on both symmetry and practicality, while the lion‑head brass pulls add a subtle neoclassical flourish. A piece of this quality would have been commissioned for a well‑appointed home, where craftsmanship and materials were chosen with care. Social History: By the 1830s, Scotland’s cabinetmaking centres - particularly Edinburgh and Glasgow - were producing furniture of exceptional refinement. Pieces like this chest were designed to balance beauty with everyday usefulness, reflecting the aspirations of a rising professional class who valued both elegance and order within the home. Condition • Very good overall • Minor dents to carcass and moulding • All wear consistent with age and domestic use • Drawers run smoothly • Sound structure and stable Provenance: Sourced from a private Scottish home, selected for its authenticity, colour and decorative presence. Styling Suggestions: This chest sits beautifully in bedrooms, hallways or living spaces. Its warm mahogany tones pair effortlessly with both traditional and contemporary interiors - ideal beneath a gilt mirror, beside an upholstered armchair, or as a statement storage piece in a refined dressing room. Explore Every Facet: These images form an essential part of the condition report and are intended to provide complete transparency and confidence in your purchase Sustainable Style: Thank you for considering this Mahogany Scottish Regency bow‑front chest of drawers - a choice that is both culturally and environmentally responsible … in every sense, the most sustainable item is the one that endures. Choosing antique furniture is both culturally and environmentally responsible - a celebration of craftsmanship that endures. This chest has already served nearly two centuries with grace, and will continue to do so for generations. Purchase with Confidence; White’s Antiques carefully selects every item for authenticity, character, craftsmanship, and decorative presence - ensuring that each piece carries both aesthetic and historic value. Every item is described and photographed with care, offering complete transparency and confidence in your purchase. We are an established and trusted resource for both trade and private collectors. You are warmly invited to visit our Showroom at The Vinery, Poling, West Sussex, to experience our curated collections firsthand, explore the stories behind each piece, and appreciate these timeless furnishings in person. Delivery & Collection Information • Delivery is not included - please use the Delivery Quote tab prior to purchase • Collection welcome from our Sussex showroom • Local delivery available • Nationwide couriers arranged on request