Chest - Mahogany






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An 18th‑century mahogany chest from the United Kingdom, 130–136 cm wide, 53–54 cm deep and 79 cm high, with a patinated finish and two interior drawers that are locked with a wooden dowel, in good condition with minor signs of age.
Description from the seller
A beautiful and rare mid-18th-century oak chest with splendid color, luster, and patina.
Made from several oak planks, and with paneled sides.
The wax patina on the lid is very fine.
At the bottom of the chest there are two drawers that are locked from the inside with a wooden pin.
Engraving ‘D L’ in the solid oak lid.
The underside, interior, and back have a beautiful dry surface.
In overall decent good condition, with some old restorations.
Base and back panel of the chest in good condition.
United Kingdom, ca. 1740-1780
Dimensions:
Height = 79 cm
Width = 130 - 136 cm (narrowest to widest)
Depth = 53 - 54 cm (shallowest to deepest)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose construction parts and veneer. No active woodworm detected as of 2/10/2026
Chest-2877~
Photos are part of the description, so please view the photos carefully to avoid any issues. If in doubt, ask questions via the auctioneer before you bid.
Within Europe there are no additional customs costs for this piece of furniture.
The last photos show the packaging method for international transport. Euro pallet with stretch wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps.
Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without a lift, or have delivery wishes (2-person delivery, telephone contact before delivery, insurance, etc.); additional costs may apply.
Take photos of the packaging upon receipt to rule out damage during transport.
A beautiful and rare mid-18th-century oak chest with splendid color, luster, and patina.
Made from several oak planks, and with paneled sides.
The wax patina on the lid is very fine.
At the bottom of the chest there are two drawers that are locked from the inside with a wooden pin.
Engraving ‘D L’ in the solid oak lid.
The underside, interior, and back have a beautiful dry surface.
In overall decent good condition, with some old restorations.
Base and back panel of the chest in good condition.
United Kingdom, ca. 1740-1780
Dimensions:
Height = 79 cm
Width = 130 - 136 cm (narrowest to widest)
Depth = 53 - 54 cm (shallowest to deepest)
Recently thoroughly checked for loose construction parts and veneer. No active woodworm detected as of 2/10/2026
Chest-2877~
Photos are part of the description, so please view the photos carefully to avoid any issues. If in doubt, ask questions via the auctioneer before you bid.
Within Europe there are no additional customs costs for this piece of furniture.
The last photos show the packaging method for international transport. Euro pallet with stretch wrap and sturdy thick cardboard or moving blankets with at least 2 straps.
Due to single-person delivery on a pallet, it will be delivered to the door.
Please contact us immediately after payment if you live on an island, in a building without a lift, or have delivery wishes (2-person delivery, telephone contact before delivery, insurance, etc.); additional costs may apply.
Take photos of the packaging upon receipt to rule out damage during transport.
