{"product_id":"victorian-painted-ebonised-black-mahogany-chest-of-drawers-wax-finish","title":"Victorian Painted Ebonised Black Mahogany Chest of Drawers - Wax Finish","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully proportioned solid mahogany chest of drawers dating from the Victorian era, configured in a practical two-over-two drawer layout. The chest has been recently transformed into a striking statement piece with a bespoke, hand-painted ebonised black finish using premium Small \u0026amp; Co furniture paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is intricately detailed with gold-toned stencilled geometric borders, \u003cem\u003efleur-de-lis\u003c\/em\u003e accents on the corners, and a central vintage French chocolate advertisement on the middle drawer reading \u003cem\u003e\"Prenez à votre déjeuner le Cacao Payraud en feuilles\"\u003c\/em\u003e. The painted finish has been carefully distressed to let the warm, original mahogany tones peek through, highlighting its antique heritage. It has been sealed with a clear, protective furniture wax that provides a smooth, tactile matte finish and houses the original brass drop handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest is in good, sound antique condition, boasting a beautifully executed and stable upcycled finish:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe paintwork and hand-stencilled details are fresh and fully completed. The finish is intentionally distressed and aged for an authentic, time-worn effect, which beautifully softens the ebonised coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease note that some sections of the delicate wooden bead trim\/moulding are missing from the edges of the drawers. This is a common historic survival issue with Victorian chests and has been painted over to blend seamlessly into the overall distressed aesthetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs an authentic Victorian item, the mahogany frame shows minor historic knocks and faint structural imperfections under the paint consistent with its age, giving it real character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll four drawers feature traditional dovetail joints, slide smoothly, and are structurally sound. The original brass handles are fully present, secure, and exhibit a lovely natural age tarnishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe carcass is exceptionally sturdy, solid, and stands level on its original bracket feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 83 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 114 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 48 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note all deliveries are one man deliveries, larger and heavy items will require assistance to unload.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Furniture Recycling Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57752880775551,"sku":"606\/0102","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1072\/6024\/files\/IMG_7861.jpg?v=1781451832","url":"https:\/\/www.furniturerecyclingshop.co.uk\/products\/victorian-painted-ebonised-black-mahogany-chest-of-drawers-wax-finish","provider":"Furniture Recycling Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}