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Large Walnut Serpentine Shaped Chest
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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Large Walnut Serpentine Shaped Chest

18th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

A rather large and very handsome 18th century chest of drawers, with a fantastic serpentine shaped front and beautiful walnut colour.

Circa 1790.

This wonderful chest comes in 3 pieces for transport, it has a crossbanded walnut top with a moulded gilt edge, above 4 serpentine shaped drawers with cross banded fronts. The drawers are of pine construction and retain their original locks.

There is a lovely ebonised fluted detail between each drawer and a nicely shaped front on the base, raised on 4 cabriole legs.

A really lovely looking piece of furniture, in very good condition, ready for use in the home.

W 123cm/48.5"

D 65cm/25.5"

H 118.5cm/46.5"

Physical Dimensions
Height
118.5cm (46.65")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated these Walnut Serpentine Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

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SA1201869
Dealers Internal Reference
ANE230424C
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Description
A rather large and very handsome 18th century chest of drawers, with a fantastic serpentine shaped front and beautiful walnut colour.

Circa 1790.

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This wonderful chest comes in 3 pieces for transport, it has a crossbanded walnut top with a moulded gilt edge, above 4 serpentine shaped drawers with cross banded fronts.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

The drawers are of pine construction and retain their original locks.

fig 1. An antique walnut serpentine-front chest featuring four drawers with brass ring pull handles resting on carved cabriole feet.
fig 1. Large Walnut Serpentine Shaped Chest

There is a lovely ebonised fluted detail between each drawer and a nicely shaped front on the base, raised on 4 cabriole legs.

A really lovely looking piece of furniture, in very good condition, ready for use in the home.

W 123cm/48.5"

D 65cm/25.5"

H 118.5cm/46.5"

Height
118.5cm (46.65")
Width
123cm (48.43")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated these Walnut Serpentine Chest Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1201869
Dealers Internal Ref
ANE230424C
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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Specialists in all periods of english furniture

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An antique walnut serpentine-front chest featuring four drawers with brass ring pull handles resting on carved cabriole feet.
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A serpentine chest of drawers is a storage cabinet featuring a undulating front surface shaped like a gentle S curve, where the centre swells outward and the sides recede inward. This silhouette emerged in 18th-century European cabinet-making to add visual rhythm and depth to wooden furniture.

High-grade hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and kingwood are typically used for the primary exterior veneers and solid framework. Secondary woods like pine or oak form the internal drawer linings, while cast brass is utilized for keyhole escutcheons and drop handles.

Examine the drawer construction for hand-cut dovetail joints, uneven hand-sawn markings on secondary timber, and natural shrinkage cracks along wide panels. Original brass hardware should show signs of hand-casting, slight irregularities, and age-appropriate patination around the fixing points.

Position the piece as an accent focus against a modern painted wall in an entryway or living room, balancing its rich wood grain with minimalist accessories. Pair it with contemporary artwork above the top surface or a sleek modern lamp to create a juxtaposition between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Apply a high-quality bees-wax polish sparingly once or twice a year to nourish the timber and maintain the lustrous patina. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight, radiators, and extreme changes in humidity to prevent the veneer from lifting or cracking.
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