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Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
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Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 9 September 2025 · Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
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5414

Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

With four graduated long drawers with box wood

Banded top, brass oval handles on bracket feet.

c.1790

38”w x 34”h x 22 ½” d

97cm w x 87cm y x 57cm d

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting showroom especially if you are coming a long way

Date of Manufacture

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA787289
Dealers Internal Reference
5414
Dealers Notes

We have a huge shop in the heart of Sherborne with high street one end and access and parking at the rear. We are open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm

Description
5414

Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

With four graduated long drawers with box wood

Banded top, brass oval handles on bracket feet.

c.1790

38”w x 34”h x 22 ½” d

97cm w x 87cm y x 57cm d

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting showroom especially if you are coming a long way

Date of Manufacture

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA787289
Dealers Internal Ref
5414
Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture Profile Page

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Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
Telephone 01935 815 209
Location
31 Cheap Street
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3PU
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/pp
Verified Since Mar 2010
Items For Sale 164
Items Sold 2,030
Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
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A front-facing view of a polished brown mahogany serpentine chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass drop handles.
Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Graduated drawers, Bracket feet, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 97 cm (38 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

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The Georgian style spans the reigns of the first four British monarchs named George, characterised by classical proportions, symmetry, and the transition from walnut to mahogany as the premier cabinet-making timber.

Cabinet-makers predominantly used solid mahogany and veneers over secondary timbers such as oak or pine, employing hand-cut dovetail joints for drawer construction and solid brass hardware.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetailing, timber shrinkage patterns, original drawer linings, patination, and the presence of period-appropriate brass handles and escutcheons.

Pairing this piece with contemporary neutral walls and minimalist artwork creates a striking contrast that highlights the rich timber tones and curved silhouette without overwhelming the space.

Maintain timber condition by avoiding direct sunlight, keeping relative humidity stable, and treating the surface periodically with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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