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George III Serpentine Mahogany Chest of 5 Drawers
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
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I M Chaney Antique Furniture

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George III Serpentine Mahogany Chest of 5 Drawers

18th century
Description

A George III serpentine chest of two short over three long drawers on French splayed bracket feet, with crossbanded flame mahogany top, each drawer with brass ring handles. The drawers are oak lined

Measurements

Height 87 cms

Width 99 cms

Depth 52 cms

Condition

Good all over will be freshly waxed before delivery

99x52x87cmH

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

I M Chaney Antique Furniture has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

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SA1179430
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Description
A George III serpentine chest of two short over three long drawers on French splayed bracket feet, with crossbanded flame mahogany top, each drawer with brass ring handles. The drawers are oak lined

Measurements

Height 87 cms

Width 99 cms

Depth 52 cms

Condition

Good all over will be freshly waxed before delivery

99x52x87cmH

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

I M Chaney Antique Furniture has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1179430
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
I M Chaney Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009
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George III serpentine mahogany chest of 5 drawers

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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a serpentine front, line inlay, two short over three long drawers, and brass ring handles.
George III serpentine mahogany chest of 5 drawers
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A George III mahogany chest of drawers featuring a serpentine front, line inlay, two short over three long drawers, and brass ring handles.
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A George III serpentine chest of drawers is a storage piece produced during the reign of King George III in Britain (17601820). It is characterized by a distinctive double-curved front facade, where the centre swells outward while the ends recede, showcasing late 18th-century cabinetmaking techniques.

Primary woods included imported Cuban or West Indian mahogany for outer surfaces, often embellished with boxwood or ebony string inlay. Secondary woods used for drawer linings and internal framing typically comprised solid oak, deal, or pine.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed back panels, and original brass hardware or clear shadow marks from period replacements. Natural wood shrinkage over centuries often results in slight unevenness or minor surface cracking along the grain.

Designers frequently position period chests against neutral walls to contrast dark mahogany tones with contemporary backdrop palettes. Abstract artwork or contemporary ceramics placed above or on top of the chest create a curated, multi-layered aesthetic.

Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement and finish fading. Clean the surface with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year following the wood grain.
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