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Important 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest Signe J N Teague 1779
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Important 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest Signe J N Teague 1779

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Description

The Documented John Teague 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest of Drawers.

Signed ‘J N Teague, Falm, 1779’

The chest showcases exquisite use of Gonçalo Alves, a rare and exotic hardwood renowned for its striking grain patterns, durability, and deep, lustrous patina. This exceptional timber adds a unique richness to the chest’s surface.

The chest boasts a gracefully serpentine-shaped front, a hallmark of fine Georgian furniture, lending a sense of fluidity and refinement.

Four Graduating Drawers: The chest comprises four oak-lined, full-length drawers, elegantly graduated in size for balance and proportion. Each drawer cock beaded, finely inlaid and retains its original solid brass Rococo handles and escutcheons, enhancing both beauty and authenticity.

The beautifully Goncalo Alves top complements the serpentine profile, while subtle moulded edges add definition to the form.

The chest is raised on well-proportioned finely inlaid bracket feet, ensuring stability and completing its classic silhouette.

This chest reflects the sophistication of mid-18th-century English craftsmanship, where the natural beauty and rarity of Goncalo Alves was celebrated for its rich grain, depth, and durability. The serpentine front—a feature highly prized in period furniture—demonstrates the cabinetmaker’s skill in shaping and finishing.

Condition:

Good condition with a warm, well-aged patina consistent with age and use.

Minor signs of wear, enhancing the character and authenticity of the piece.

Dimensions: Available on request

This elegant Georgian chest of drawers represents the perfect combination of form, function, and timeless style. Its gracefully shaped design and exceptional craftsmanship make it a standout piece for any discerning collector or classic interior.

Provenance

Beard and Gilbert (C), Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660 - 1840, published by FHS, 1986, p. 880 as ‘J. Teague (Falm)outh, Cornwall, Pencil inscription on the backboard of X-banded mahogany serpentine chest of drawers formerly in the possession of Avon Antiques.

Declaration

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this Serpentine Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

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SA1114046
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Description
The Documented John Teague 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest of Drawers.

Signed ‘J N Teague, Falm, 1779’

“
The chest showcases exquisite use of Gonçalo Alves, a rare and exotic hardwood renowned for its striking grain patterns, durability, and deep, lustrous patina.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

This exceptional timber adds a unique richness to the chest’s surface.

fig 1. An eighteenth-century serpentine-front chest of drawers made from Goncalo Alves timber with four drawers and ornate brass handles.
fig 1. Important 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest Signe J N Teague 1779

The chest boasts a gracefully serpentine-shaped front, a hallmark of fine Georgian furniture, lending a sense of fluidity and refinement.

Four Graduating Drawers: The chest comprises four oak-lined, full-length drawers, elegantly graduated in size for balance and proportion. Each drawer cock beaded, finely inlaid and retains its original solid brass Rococo handles and escutcheons, enhancing both beauty and authenticity.

fig 2. An eighteenth-century serpentine-front chest of drawers made from Goncalo Alves timber with four drawers and ornate brass handles.
fig 2. Important 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest Signe J N Teague 1779

The beautifully Goncalo Alves top complements the serpentine profile, while subtle moulded edges add definition to the form.

The chest is raised on well-proportioned finely inlaid bracket feet, ensuring stability and completing its classic silhouette.

fig 3. An eighteenth-century serpentine-front chest of drawers made from Goncalo Alves timber with four drawers and ornate brass handles.
fig 3. Important 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest Signe J N Teague 1779

This chest reflects the sophistication of mid-18th-century English craftsmanship, where the natural beauty and rarity of Goncalo Alves was celebrated for its rich grain, depth, and durability. The serpentine front—a feature highly prized in period furniture—demonstrates the cabinetmaker’s skill in shaping and finishing.

fig 4. An eighteenth-century serpentine-front chest of drawers made from Goncalo Alves timber with four drawers and ornate brass handles.
fig 4. Important 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest Signe J N Teague 1779

Condition:

Good condition with a warm, well-aged patina consistent with age and use.

Minor signs of wear, enhancing the character and authenticity of the piece.

Dimensions: Available on request

This elegant Georgian chest of drawers represents the perfect combination of form, function, and timeless style. Its gracefully shaped design and exceptional craftsmanship make it a standout piece for any discerning collector or classic interior.

fig 5. An eighteenth-century serpentine-front chest of drawers made from Goncalo Alves timber with four drawers and ornate brass handles.
fig 5. Important 18th Century Goncalo Alves Serpentine Chest Signe J N Teague 1779

Provenance

Beard and Gilbert (C), Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660 - 1840, published by FHS, 1986, p. 880 as ‘J. Teague (Falm)outh, Cornwall, Pencil inscription on the backboard of X-banded mahogany serpentine chest of drawers formerly in the possession of Avon Antiques.

Date of Manufacture

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this Serpentine Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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An eighteenth-century serpentine-front chest of drawers made from Goncalo Alves timber with four drawers and ornate brass handles.
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An eighteenth-century serpentine chest of drawers features a distinct wave-like front profile, combining concave and convex curves across the drawer fronts. Prominent during the Georgian era, these pieces often incorporate dense hardwoods, brass cast handles, and bracket or ogee feet.

Cabinetmakers during the Georgian period predominantly used native timbers such as oak and pine for internal drawer linings, faced with exotic veneers or solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and Goncalo Alves. Hardware typically consisted of cast brass escutcheons and drop handles.

Authentic pieces from this period display hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn secondary timbers, and evidence of hand planing on drawer bottoms. Original brass fittings will show minor casting irregularities and historic hand-cut screw threads on the interior face.

A serpentine chest serves as a structural focal point in a hallway, bedroom, or living area. Placing neutral modern ceramics or framed artwork above the chest creates an effective contrast between period woodwork and contemporary design elements.

Maintain timber surfaces by applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year with a soft cloth. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, veneer lifting, or colour fading.
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