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A Portuguese Mahogany Chest of Two Drawers
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A Portuguese Mahogany Chest of Two Drawers

19th century
Description

An early 19th century Portuguese chest of two drawers in mahogany, the well figured shaped serpentine top over two deep drawers with swan neck handles and pierced backplates, on exaggerated carved cabriole supports with ball and claw feet. Portuguese, circa 1820.

Condition: Excellent, of solid construction with an oak carcasse and drawer linings. Good colour and patination.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Chequers Antiques has dated this Portuguese Mahogany Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA696200
Description
An early 19th century Portuguese chest of two drawers in mahogany, the well figured shaped serpentine top over two deep drawers with swan neck handles and pierced backplates, on exaggerated carved cabriole supports with ball and claw feet. Portuguese, circa 1820.

Condition: Excellent, of solid construction with an oak carcasse and drawer linings. Good colour and patination.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Chequers Antiques has dated this Portuguese Mahogany Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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A Portuguese mahogany two-drawer commode featuring serpentine drawer fronts, decorative brass escutcheons and handles, and carved cabriole legs ending in claw feet.
A Portuguese mahogany chest of two drawers
Ref: SA696200
A Portuguese mahogany two-drawer commode featuring serpentine drawer fronts, decorative brass escutcheons and handles, and carved cabriole legs ending in claw feet.
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Portuguese commodes from this era combine Rococo influences with regional cabinet-making techniques, featuring serpentine fronts, carved cabriole legs, and ornate brass hardware crafted from rich imported mahogany.

These pieces were primarily constructed from solid dense mahogany, frequently paired with cast brass handles, escutcheons, and traditional hand-cut dovetail drawer joints.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carved details, uneven drawer linings showing hand-planing marks, natural oxidisation on raw wood surfaces, and period-correct brass mount fittings.

Place the piece as a focal point in an entryway, bedroom, or living area, pairing dark wood tones with minimalist art, modern ceramic vessels, or neutral wall colours to create visual contrast.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax periodically along the wood grain, keeping the item away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent drying or discolouration.
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