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A George III Serpentine Chest of Drawers
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A George III Serpentine Chest of Drawers

18th century
Sold 12 December 2024 · Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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A George III period chest in fiddleback mahogany veneers. Canted corners banded with boxwood. Four graduated oak lined drawers all run smoothly. Swan neck brass handles on bracket feet. A well proportioned piece of English 18th century furniture, substantial and ready for another 200 years of use. C1780

Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this George III Serpentine Chest to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
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SA1067031
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A George III period chest in fiddleback mahogany veneers. Canted corners banded with boxwood. Four graduated oak lined drawers all run smoothly. Swan neck brass handles on bracket feet.
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A well proportioned piece of English 18th century furniture, substantial and ready for another 200 years of use.
Christine Kavanagh Antiques

C1780

Date of Manufacture

Christine Kavanagh Antiques has dated this George III Serpentine Chest to the 18th Century.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
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SA1067031
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Christine Kavanagh Antiques

Christine Kavanagh Antiques
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Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1AZ
United Kingdom
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A dark mahogany George III serpentine chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
A George III serpentine chest of drawers
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A dark mahogany George III serpentine chest of drawers featuring four graduated drawers with brass handles and bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Graduated drawers, Bracket feet, Brass swan neck handles
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 102 cm (40 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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The George III period spanned from 1760 to 1820, characterised by classical proportions, refined neoclassical influences, and the widespread use of high-quality mahogany. Master cabinetmakers like Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite heavily influenced the elegance, symmetry, and craftsmanship of this era.

Authentic pieces from this era predominantly utilised dense Cuban or Honduras mahogany, often featuring secondary woods like oak or pine for drawer linings and carcases. Construction typically involved hand-cut dovetail joints, pegged joints, and solid brass hardware affixed with cast-backplate handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, such as hand-cut dovetails with minor irregularities, and natural timber shrinkage over centuries. Look for signs of age-appropriate oxidisation on internal secondary woods, original brass fittings or properly filled old screw holes, and hand-planed backboards.

To integrate historical pieces into modern spaces, pair them with minimalist walls and neutral palettes to let the rich wood grain stand out as a focal point. Contrast the traditional dark timber with contemporary art, modern ceramics, or sleek lighting to create a balanced, curated aesthetic.

Maintain antique timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, which can cause the wood to warp or split. Apply natural beeswax periodically to nourish the grain, and avoid using silicone-based commercial polishes that can degrade the patina.
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