An Early George III Mahogany Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, Third Quarter 18th Century

Property from a Distinguished Southern Family

An Early George III Mahogany Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, Third Quarter 18th Century

height 31 in.; width 41 in.; depth 21 1/4 in.
78.74 cm; 104.1 cm; 54 cm

Condition Report:
Structurally sound, with a clean, complete, and well-maintained appearance. Hardware replaced. Escutcheon on third drawer with a section lacking. With one key. The quarter veneered top with typical surface marks, age cracks, and minor surface scratches throughout. The pine back panels with typical old age splits. Veneers with signs of old repairs and areas with infill in places commensurate with age. The expected nicks, scuffs, chips, and small losses throughout. Overall very attractive serpentine form, functional, and nice colour and figuring.