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Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266
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Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

1900 - 1920
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 20th century small serpentine chest of drawers in burr oak, a beautifully shaped and highly desirable piece displaying exceptional quality throughout.

Very well made and of fine quality, this attractive chest combines elegant proportions with practical storage, while its desirable compact size makes it particularly versatile for a variety of interiors.

The chest is fitted with four useful drawers to the front, each retaining its original decorative brass handles. The beautifully flowing serpentine front gives the piece a graceful and distinctive appearance, while the shaped bracket feet with decorative stud detailing provide an attractive finishing touch and complement the traditional design.

The burr oak is particularly striking, displaying beautiful natural figuring, gorgeous grain and a rich, warm colour throughout.

The combination of the unusual timber, elegant serpentine form and quality construction gives the chest tremendous visual appeal, making it a particularly attractive and desirable example.

Presented in good condition, this charming burr oak chest of drawers is both decorative and highly practical. Its compact proportions make it ideal for a bedroom, hallway or living space, offering timeless character and elegance while making a perfect addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6266

Measurements : 46cm Width x 37cm Depth x 74cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Burr Walnut Serpentine Chest to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1230584
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6266
Description
Antique 20th century small serpentine chest of drawers in burr oak, a beautifully shaped and highly desirable piece displaying exceptional quality throughout.

Very well made and of fine quality, this attractive chest combines elegant proportions with practical storage, while its desirable compact size makes it particularly versatile for a variety of interiors.

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The chest is fitted with four useful drawers to the front, each retaining its original decorative brass handles.
ActFurniture LTD

The beautifully flowing serpentine front gives the piece a graceful and distinctive appearance, while the shaped bracket feet with decorative stud detailing provide an attractive finishing touch and complement the traditional design.

fig 1. A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

The burr oak is particularly striking, displaying beautiful natural figuring, gorgeous grain and a rich, warm colour throughout.

The combination of the unusual timber, elegant serpentine form and quality construction gives the chest tremendous visual appeal, making it a particularly attractive and desirable example.

fig 2. A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 2. Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

Presented in good condition, this charming burr oak chest of drawers is both decorative and highly practical. Its compact proportions make it ideal for a bedroom, hallway or living space, offering timeless character and elegance while making a perfect addition to any home.

fig 3. A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 3. Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

Product Reference : AF - 6266

Measurements : 46cm Width x 37cm Depth x 74cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 4. A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 4. Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 5. A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 5. Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 6. A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 6. Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 7. A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
fig 7. Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | Af-6266

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Burr Walnut Serpentine Chest to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1230584
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6266
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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A small 20th-century serpentine chest of drawers with four drawers featuring burr walnut veneer, brass drop handles, and bracket feet.
Antique Small Burr Oak Serpentine Chest of Drawers | Brass Handles | AF-6266
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian Style
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Burr veneer, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 37 cm (15 in)

This Edwardian small chest of drawers is constructed from burr oak in a rich, warm brown colour with a striking burr veneer showing natural figuring and grain. The piece adopts a Georgian style, featuring a serpentine front, shaped bracket feet, and brass drop handles. Additional details include moulded drawer edges and dark drop-handle backplates. Measuring 46 cm wide, 37 cm deep, and 74 cm high, it provides compact storage across four drawers. In a home today, this chest of drawers suits a bedroom, hallway, or living space to hold smaller items while adding traditional English country house character. The compact proportions allow it to fit neatly beside a bed as a bedside table or in a compact entryway as a decorative accent piece.

FAQs

A serpentine chest features a convex curve flanked by concave curves along its front profile, creating an S-shaped silhouette popularised during the 18th-century Rococo and Georgian periods.

Craftspeople traditionally constructed these pieces using fine hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, often detailed with burr veneers, solid timber drawer linings, and cast brass handles.

Authentic examples typically display hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed back panels, natural wood shrinkage over time, and original cast brass hardware showing age-appropriate patina.

Position the piece as an occasional side table or bedside chest, pairing its warm wood tones with simple ceramics, contemporary lighting, or framed artwork.

Preserve the timber finish by dusting with a soft microfibre cloth, applying beeswax sparingly once or twice a year, and keeping the item away from direct heat sources and damp environments.
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