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Serpentine Chest of Drawers/commode
Midwinter Antiques
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Serpentine Chest of Drawers/commode

18th century
Description

A George III mahogany Serpentine fronted chest of drawers/commode of fine quality. The top drawer with fitted brushing slide over cedar lined drawers, the shaped sides with reeded outfacing corners terminating in bracket feet. circa 1770

Physical Dimensions
Height
82.5cm (32.48")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Midwinter Antiques has dated this Serpentine Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

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SA632843
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7930
Description
A George III mahogany Serpentine fronted chest of drawers/commode of fine quality.
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The top drawer with fitted brushing slide over cedar lined drawers, the shaped sides with reeded outfacing corners terminating in bracket feet.
Midwinter Antiques

circa 1770

Height
82.5cm (32.48")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Midwinter Antiques has dated this Serpentine Chest of Drawers to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA632843
Dealers Internal Ref
7930
Midwinter Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A mahogany serpentine chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and bracket feet.
Serpentine Chest of Drawers/Commode
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A mahogany serpentine chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers, brass swan-neck handles, keyhole escutcheons, and bracket feet.
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A serpentine chest of drawers is a form of case furniture featuring an undulating front surface that curves outwards in the centre and recessed towards the sides, popularised in 18th-century European cabinet making.

These pieces are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, featuring hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, oak or pine drawer linings, and cast brass hardware.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-planed drawer bottoms, irregular hand-cut dovetails, original cast brass handles with threaded posts and square nuts, and natural wood shrinkage along the grain.

A mahogany serpentine commode serves as a focal point in hallways, bedrooms, or living spaces, providing textural contrast against neutral walls, contemporary artwork, or modern lighting fixtures.

Maintain timber stability by keeping the item in a climate-controlled room away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a soft cloth, and applying beeswax polish sparingly along the wood grain.
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