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George III Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
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George III Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

18th century
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Description

Good quality George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers. Figured moulded top over four long ebony strung drawers fitted with octagonal brass plate handles. The top drawer fitted with adjustable mirror and an arrangement of lidded compartments. The whole piece raised on splay feet.

Circa. 1790

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George III Serpentine Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1226766
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7840
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Description
Good quality George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers. Figured moulded top over four long ebony strung drawers fitted with octagonal brass plate handles. The top drawer fitted with adjustable mirror and an arrangement of lidded compartments. The whole piece raised on splay feet.

Circa. 1790

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this George III Serpentine Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1226766
Dealers Internal Ref
7840
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Thakeham Furniture Profile Page

Trade Associations

Thakeham Furniture is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Thakeham Furniture Ltd
Blakers Yard
Worthing Road
Dial Post
Nr Horsham
West Sussex
RH13 8NH
United Kingdom
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A George III dark mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers with octagonal brass handles, and bracket feet.
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A George III serpentine chest of drawers dates from the late 18th century and features a distinctive undulating front shape that curves convexly in the centre and concavely towards the sides. These pieces typically incorporate fine mahogany veneers, graduated drawers, and classic metal hardware.

Georgian cabinetmakers primarily used dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany for outer surfaces, prized for its strength and deep colour. Secondary woods such as pine or oak were used for internal drawer linings, accompanied by cast brass handles and steel lock mechanisms.

Authentic 18th-century pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn drawer linings, and natural wood shrinkage along drawer bottoms. Oxidation on the untreated reverse timber and age-appropriate wear around brass keyholes and handles also indicate original construction.

A mahogany chest creates architectural contrast when set against modern neutral walls, minimalist lighting, or contemporary artwork. It functions effectively in entrance halls, living rooms, or bedrooms as both a storage solution and a grounding anchor piece.

Maintain mahogany by applying a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood and preserve the patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, splitting, or colour fading.
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