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A George 111 Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers Circa 1790
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A George 111 Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers Circa 1790

18th century
Description

A George 111 mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1790 with four long graduated drawers on bracket feet.

Size: 40 inches wide 20.5 inches deep 35.5 inches high

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Macintosh Antiques has dated this George III Serpentine Chest to the 18th Century.

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SA1116355
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MA4148
Description
A George 111 mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1790 with four long graduated drawers on bracket feet.

Size: 40 inches wide 20.5 inches deep 35.5 inches high

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this George III Serpentine Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1116355
Dealers Internal Ref
MA4148
Macintosh Antiques
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A George 111 mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1790

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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a serpentine curved front, four graduated drawers with circular brass ring handles, and shaped bracket feet.
A George 111 mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1790
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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a serpentine curved front, four graduated drawers with circular brass ring handles, and shaped bracket feet.
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A George III serpentine chest of drawers dates from the reign of King George III (17601820) and is characterized by a distinctive wave-like, convex-and-concave front contour. Typically crafted from dense mahogany, these pieces showcase balanced proportions, cockbeaded drawer edges, and fine veneer work.

Chests from this period predominantly utilized imported West Indian or Cuban mahogany for exterior surfaces, often paired with oak or pine drawer linings. Hand-cut dovetail joints, dustboards between drawers, and hand-planed back panels are standard structural hallmarks of the era.

Authentic Georgian chests display hand-carved joinery, original iron locks, uneven drawer drawer bottoms due to timber shrinkage, and natural patination around original or period-correct brass hardware. The curved drawer fronts are formed from laminated pine or oak substructures veneered with figure-matched mahogany.

A serpentine chest serves as a structural focal point in modern entryways, bedrooms, or living spaces. Juxtaposing rich mahogany with minimalist wall colours, contemporary lighting, or modern artwork highlights the historic craftsmanship while maintaining a balanced aesthetic.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping and veneer lifting. Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste annually to nourish the wood and preserve the original surface finish.
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