on Dec 3rd, 2009Mahogany Wardrobes
Mahogany first came to prominence as a preferred wood for the construction of furniture around 1725-30 when it overtook walnut. Mahogany at the time was an economical wood to make furniture with and it is a hard, crisp and durable type of wood that was able to be used for fine furniture. Mahogany wardrobes became synonymous with the early to late Georgian style and were made with solid proportions, robust decorations and ornamentation.
Back in the mid-18th century mahogany was considered a cheap material to use in the construction of wardrobes and other pieces of furniture. Fortunately mahogany is a hard wood that not only looks extremely appealing but it is also extremely durable. When it has been finished and polished it takes on a deeply beautiful appearance.
Take a look at the following mahogany wardrobes available to buy.
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Interior White Distressed Wardrobe and Coathanger made of solid Mahogany Wood with Bench Cushion and 2 drawers, Halifax Collection List Price: $759.00 Sale Price: $759.00  |
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HALIFAX interior furniture is made of plantation mahogoany wood, perfectly kiln-dried for low moisture manufacturing conditions. Fully assembled and ready to use, HALIFAX furniture will live up to and exceed your highest expectations... |
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John Louis Home Standard Closet Shelving System, Red Mahogany List Price: $264.99 Sale Price: $174.99 |
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Order has never looked so good. Crafted of solid wood with a red mahogany finish, this 12D" shelving system converts your 6-10? closet into a beautifully organized space with plenty of room for hanging dress clothes and folded sweaters... |
These days mahogany wardrobes are prized pieces with the wood itself very expensive and rarely used in the manufacture of furniture. Because of its scarcity, antique mahogany wardrobes are now very expensive and keenly sought after.
The feature of mahogany as a wood is that it takes on such a rich and lustrous appearance when it has been polished to a high gloss. It results in wardrobes that not only look interesting but also look high class. So much so that mahogany is considered today as the mark of the most highly regarded wood that your wardrobe can be made from.
Just like wardrobes made out of oak or pine, there are mahogany wardrobes that are available in 2-door, 3-door and 4 door configurations. You may also find mahogany wardrobes made by one of the furniture greats such as Chippendale, Hepplewhite, Sheraton or Adam.
Mahogany wardrobes can be found in all sorts of styles from the Georgian era right through the French Renaissance period. It’s a wood that was able to relay the finest features in the wood and was a great display for all of the inlay work and design ideas that went into each piece.
There are many ways to get hold of a quality mahogany wardrobe although sometimes it might take a little bit of patience to ensure that the piece you find is the one you actually need. The temptation is to rush in quickly and make the purchase. But remember, the same rules apply for mahogany wardrobes as they do for other wardrobes – ensure the quality of the wardrobe before you consider parting with your money.
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