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Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers 18th Century
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Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers 18th Century

18th century
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Description

This is beautifully crafted antique George III flame mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa 1780 in date.

The curvaceous serpentine chest is made from the finest quality flame mahogany. The top features a moulded edge, it has four long graduated drawers above a shaped apron and it is raised on splayed bracket feet.

Fitted with decorative brass handles and with working locks and key.

This piece is truly unique and is guaranteed to bring beauty and charm to your home for many years to come.

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 98 x Width 117 x Depth 62

Dimensions in inches:

Height 38.6 x Width 46.1 x Depth 24.4

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A1326

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Declaration

Regent Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA760642
Dealers Internal Reference
A1326
Description
This is beautifully crafted antique George III flame mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa 1780 in date.

The curvaceous serpentine chest is made from the finest quality flame mahogany.

“
The top features a moulded edge, it has four long graduated drawers above a shaped apron and it is raised on splayed bracket feet.
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fig 1. An eighteenth-century George III serpentine chest of drawers crafted from flame mahogany with brass oval drop handles and bracket feet.
fig 1. Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers 18th Century

Fitted with decorative brass handles and with working locks and key.

This piece is truly unique and is guaranteed to bring beauty and charm to your home for many years to come.

Condition:

In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.

fig 2. An eighteenth-century George III serpentine chest of drawers crafted from flame mahogany with brass oval drop handles and bracket feet.
fig 2. Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers 18th Century

Dimensions in cm:

Height 98 x Width 117 x Depth 62

Dimensions in inches:

Height 38.6 x Width 46.1 x Depth 24.4

Flame Mahogany

Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a beautiful figure and polishes so well that it is an ornament to any room in which it may be placed." Matching his words to his work, Sheraton designed much mahogany furniture. The qualities that impressed Sheraton are particularly evident in a distinctive pattern of wood called "flame mahogany."

The flame figure in the wood is revealed by slicing through the face of the branch at the point where it joins another element of the tree.

Our reference: A1326

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Date of Manufacture

Regent Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Chest to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA760642
Dealers Internal Ref
A1326
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We specialise in english and continental furniture, silver, porcelain and decorative items.

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An eighteenth-century George III serpentine chest of drawers crafted from flame mahogany with brass oval drop handles and bracket feet.
Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers 18th Century
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A George III serpentine chest of drawers is an English piece of case furniture made during the reign of King George III (17601820). It is defined by its contoured serpentine front, which curves outward in the centre and inward toward the sides, reflecting the refined cabinetmaking techniques of the late eighteenth century.

Primary woods in high-grade Georgian furniture were predominantly Cuban or West Indian mahogany, often applied as flame or cut veneers to showcase rich grain patterns. Secondary woods inside drawers and backing boards typically included pine, oak, or deal, complemented by cast or stamped brass handles and keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic eighteenth-century chests feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer linings, hand-planed rear panels, and irregular wear patterns consistent with age. Original brass hardware often leaves distinct impression rings or shadow marks on the wood, and drawer bottoms usually show evidence of timber shrinkage along the grain.

A Georgian chest works as a focal point in contemporary halls, living spaces, or bedrooms. Pairing dark mahogany against neutral walls or textured plaster creates visual contrast, while displaying modern art, ceramics, or understated lighting on the top surface bridges historic design with contemporary styling.

To preserve the original finish and patina, apply a thin coat of high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year using a soft cloth, buffing gently along the wood grain. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight to prevent timber movement, drying, or fading of the veneer.
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