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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

Made of quality Cuban mahogany of great colour and grain, this chest has a writing/dressing slide, canted and fluted corners, four graduated oak lined cock beaded drawers, swan neck brass handles and escutcheons; it stands on substantial waisted bracket feet.

It is in exceptional condition having just been sympathetically restored and is, in our opinion, one of the finest we have handled.

Size:

Width - 36.5" (93cms)

Depth - 20.5" (52cms)

Height - 32" (81.5cms)

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

AJD Antiques has dated these Mahogany Serpentine Chest Drawers to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA369452
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30427
Description
Made of quality Cuban mahogany of great colour and grain, this chest has a writing/dressing slide, canted and fluted corners, four graduated oak lined cock beaded drawers, swan neck brass handles and escutcheons; it stands on substantial waisted bracket feet.
It is in exceptional condition having just been sympathetically restored and is, in our opinion, one of the finest we have handled.
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Size:

Width - 36.5" (93cms)

Depth - 20.5" (52cms)

Height - 32" (81.5cms)

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

AJD Antiques has dated these Mahogany Serpentine Chest Drawers to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA369452
Dealers Internal Ref
30427
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Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2010

Founder of ajd antiques, jonathan dyas has a life-long passion for sourcing and returning to the market an eclectic range of antiques.

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A George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, canted reeded corners, and bracket feet.
George III Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
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Originating in 18th-century Britain during the reign of King George III, a serpentine chest features a subtle wave-like convex and concave front profile. This design reflects the refined neoclassical and Rococo influences of master cabinetmakers such as Thomas Chippendale.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, valued for durability and grain pattern. Joints were meticulously hand-cut with dovetails, while hardware usually featured cast brass swan-neck handles and decorative keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic Georgian chests exhibit hand-sawn timber marks, hand-cut dovetail joints inside drawer linings, and oak or pine secondary woods. Additionally, natural surface patination and historical wear around the brass hardware and feet indicate genuine age.

A classic mahogany chest functions as a focal statement piece in a hallway, bedroom, or living area when paired with modern artwork above it. Contrast the warm timber tone against neutral or deep wall colours for a balanced look.

Dust regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply high-quality beeswax once or twice a year to nourish the timber. Avoid direct sunlight, radiator heat sources, and chemical cleaners that can damage the original wax finish.
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