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Antique Serpentine Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
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Antique Serpentine Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers

1920 - 1940
Sold 23 September 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A stunning antique serpentine burr walnut chest of drawers in the Georgian style. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.

The quality is amazing, this has beautiful burr walnut grain patterns throughout. It has a serpentine shaped front, sits on bracket feet and has original brass handles.

We have had this recently re-polished, the colour is gorgeous and it is in great overall condition.

Width – 31 inches , 79 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 50 cm

Height – 39 inches , 99 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1118577
Dealers Internal Reference
9779
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Description
A stunning antique serpentine burr walnut chest of drawers in the Georgian style. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.

The quality is amazing, this has beautiful burr walnut grain patterns throughout. It has a serpentine shaped front, sits on bracket feet and has original brass handles.

We have had this recently re-polished, the colour is gorgeous and it is in great overall condition.

Width – 31 inches , 79 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 50 cm

Height – 39 inches , 99 cm

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1118577
Dealers Internal Ref
9779
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique serpentine-front chest of drawers crafted from figured burr walnut with brass drop handles.
Antique Serpentine Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
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An antique serpentine-front chest of drawers crafted from figured burr walnut with brass drop handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Figured burr grain, Brass drop handles, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

FAQs

The serpentine style features a distinctive undulating front with a convex centre flanked by concave curves, creating a fluid and dynamic silhouette popular in 18th-century cabinetry.

Craftsmen typically utilised oak or pine as secondary woods for carcases and drawer linings, applying fine veneers of burr walnut to the exterior surfaces, often secured with dovetail joints.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-cut dovetails, traditional patination, iron or brass fixings consistent with the period, and natural timber shrinkage rather than machine-tooled uniformity.

This piece can serve as a focal point in a modern room, contrasting clean architectural lines with organic timber grain, or paired with minimalist decor to highlight its historical texture.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent veneer fading, and applying quality beeswax periodically while avoiding synthetic silicones or harsh chemical cleaners.
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