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Antique Georgian 1760 Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers Writing Brush & Slide
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
for sale €8,775     $9,525
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Antique Georgian 1760 Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers Writing Brush & Slide

18th century
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Here we have a superb quality Antique Georgian, Circa 1760, Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with Writing Brush & Slide.

This chest comprises of 4 graduated drawers each with ornate detailed swan neck brass handles & key inscriptions between horizontal reeded corners. Above the drawers is a brush and slide which has a green baize writing space. This chest of drawers retains its deep rich colour and patina which is only achieved by over 260 years of age!

Dimensions:

Height - 89.5 cm / 35.24 inches

Width - 105 cm / 41.34 inches

Depth - 52 cm / 20.47 inches

Free UK mainland delivery. International delivery available, please contact for a quote.

Disclaimer:

All pieces are restored and checked over by our expert restorer to ensure quality. However, it's essential to acknowledge that antique furniture may still retain characteristic signs of age, including historic marks, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, which only add to the character and story of the piece. We will share pictures of any known imperfections. Any pieces found to have word worm whether old or new will be treated, meaning all pieces are ready to go in your home.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89.5cm (35.24")
Width
105cm (41.34")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227057
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Delivery:

Free UK mainland delivery (excluding Scottish islands and other UK islands).

International delivery available — please contact us or request a quote.

Description
Here we have a superb quality Antique Georgian, Circa 1760, Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with Writing Brush & Slide.
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This chest comprises of 4 graduated drawers each with ornate detailed swan neck brass handles & key inscriptions between horizontal reeded corners.
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables

Above the drawers is a brush and slide which has a green baize writing space. This chest of drawers retains its deep rich colour and patina which is only achieved by over 260 years of age!

fig 1. An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and a pull-out brushing slide.
fig 1. Antique Georgian 1760 Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers Writing Brush & Slide

Dimensions:

Height - 89.5 cm / 35.24 inches

Width - 105 cm / 41.34 inches

Depth - 52 cm / 20.47 inches

Free UK mainland delivery. International delivery available, please contact for a quote.

Disclaimer:

All pieces are restored and checked over by our expert restorer to ensure quality. However, it's essential to acknowledge that antique furniture may still retain characteristic signs of age, including historic marks, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, which only add to the character and story of the piece. We will share pictures of any known imperfections. Any pieces found to have word worm whether old or new will be treated, meaning all pieces are ready to go in your home.

Height
89.5cm (35.24")
Width
105cm (41.34")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227057
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
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Archive I An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and a pull-out brushing slide.

Antique Georgian 1760 Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers Writing Brush & Slide

Archive II An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and a pull-out brushing slide. View II
Archive III An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and a pull-out brushing slide. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and a pull-out brushing slide. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and a pull-out brushing slide. View V
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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers featuring a curved serpentine front, four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, and a pull-out brushing slide.
Antique Georgian 1760 Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers Writing Brush & Slide
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A Georgian serpentine chest of drawers is an 18th-century case furniture piece featuring a distinctive S-curve or wave-like front profile. Popularised during the mid-to-late 1700s, these chests were crafted from fine hardwoods like mahogany and often featured graduated drawers and decorative brass hardware.

Primary construction utilised dense cuban or West Indian mahogany for visible exterior surfaces, prized for its rich figure and colour. Secondary timbers such as pine or oak were used for drawer linings and rear casing panels, complemented by cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed backboards, and secondary drawer linings made from oak or pine. The presence of natural timber shrinkage, historic wear around original keyholes, and hand-cast brass fittings also indicate period age.

A serpentine chest functions well as a focal statement in a hallway, dining space, or bedroom. Pairing dark mahogany against neutral walls, contemporary framed artwork, or clean-lined lamps creates a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain mahogany by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement, drying, or fading of the original finish.
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