Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 7

Thomas Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest

$78,500List Price

About the Item

This incredibly rare serpentine-front chest of drawers is attributed to the iconic Thomas Chippendale and is counted as one of the few examples in existence made by his hand. An unquestionable masterpiece, this mahogany dresser is complete with its original brass swan-neck handles and bears the trademark protective “red wash” underneath, which Chippendale specifically used to safeguard his furnishings from insects. The dresser features four graduated, lockable drawers resting upon bracket feet with under casters. It also includes within its top drawer a fitted brushing slide with a green felted surface. The function of this slide was to provide a place to lay clothes flat for brushing prior to wearing. Comparable chests by Thomas Chippendale were supplied to Wilton House and Paxton House. The talent and genius of Thomas Chippendale’s designs defined the furniture styles of the 18th century. He was the first person to boast such a strong following that an entire style bears his name and not that of a monarch. By the age of 36, he owned a series of workshops throughout England and an expansive timber yard for harvesting the finest woods. In 1754, he published The Gentleman and Cabinetmaker’s Director, considered the “bible” of furniture design of its day. The book contained over 161 plates with an astounding range of furniture in the Gothic, Chinese and Rococo styles. Soon, this modest craftsman counted numerous members of nobility and society among his clientele, including Catherine II of Russia. Today, the name Chippendale invokes images of refined taste and unparalleled elegance. It is no wonder masterpieces such as this rare dresser are so treasured by collectors. Circa 1770 Measures: 41 1/2" wide x 24" deep x 31 5/8" high.

Attributed to:
Thomas Chippendale (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 31.63 in (80.35 cm)Width: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
Style:
Chippendale (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Felt,Mahogany,Serpentine,Brushed
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1770
Condition:
Seller Location:
New Orleans, LA
Reference Number:
Seller: 31-49941stDibs: LU891129340712

Antique 18th Century British Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Serpentine Chest, Circa 1770 England

$17,553

H 34.26 in W 41.34 in D 22.45 in

George III Chippendale Period Serpentine Chest

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A fine George III Chippendale period serpentine chest in figured mahogany of an original colour and patina. Good features include the brushing slide, canted corners with blind fret a...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Chippendale Period Serpentine Chest

$10,817

H 34 in W 37 in D 21.75 in

18th century English Mahogany Chippendale Chest on Chest

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Savannah, GA

English mahogany Chippendale chest on chest, featuring bracket feet, molded top above a line inlaid frieze and original rotunda mot...

Category

Antique 1790s English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th century English Mahogany Chippendale Chest on Chest

$2,495 Sale Price

46% Off

H 69 in W 43.5 in D 21 in

Small Chippendale period mahogany Chest of Drawers

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Folkestone, GB

A fine quality late 18th century chest of drawers of small size, with moulded edge caddy-top above four long graduated drawers, the top of which is fully fitted with various lidded a...

Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Chippendale period mahogany Chest of Drawers

$5,388 Sale Price

20% Off

H 31.8 in W 35.83 in D 19.69 in

Baker Furniture Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Georgian or Chippendale style serpentine front dresser or chest of drawers By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston Collection" USA, Late 20th century Carved ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished

$3,595

H 33 in W 43.75 in D 20.13 in

Georgian Period Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1780

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality late 18th Century mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, having a good original patina, a crossbanded top, the original brass pierced swan neck handles, co...

Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Period Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1780

$14,968

H 31.89 in W 41.34 in D 24.02 in

English Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Orig Cherub Brasses, C. 1760

Located in Charleston, SC

English Chippendale mahogany serpentine chest with a carved molded edge top, four graduated drawers, original cherub swan brass pulls, interior locks, and key escutcheons, carved fol...

Category

Antique 1760s English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Orig Cherub Brasses, C. 1760

$35,000

H 34 in W 39 in D 22.5 in

Antique American Chippendale Serpentine Mahogany Bachelors Chest of Drawers 38"

Located in Dayton, OH

An American Chippendale Bachelor's Chest or Dresser. Made from mahogany with a rectangular serpentine fronted case with four hand dovetailed drawers and solid brass batwing hardware...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Brass

Antique American Chippendale Serpentine Mahogany Bachelors Chest of Drawers 38"

$2,625 Sale Price

30% Off

H 33 in W 38 in D 21 in

19th Century Victorian Chippendale Style Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a fine example of a 19th century Victorian Chippendale style mahogany serpentine chest of drawers. Having a well figured top with a Rococo carved shell edge, with three g...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Chippendale Style Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers

$17,009

H 32.5 in W 49.5 in D 22.5 in

Chippendale Mahogany Bachelors Chest

Located in Asheville, NC

British, 18th century with four dove-tailed drawers, with pull-out at top, oak secondary woods, original bracket feet. Nice Chippendale brasses with brass key escutcheons.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Chippendale Commodes and Chests...

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Mahogany Bachelors Chest

$6,800

H 33 in W 38 in D 21 in

More From This Seller

View All

George III Chippendale-Period Serpentine Commode

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in New Orleans, LA

This rare 18th-century serpentine chest of drawers was crafted in the style of the iconic Thomas Chippendale. The George III mahogany dresser is complete with its original brass hand...

Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

George III Chippendale-Period Serpentine Commode

$64,500

Mahogany Bureau Cabinet After Thomas Chippendale

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in New Orleans, LA

This extraordinary Irish bureau cabinet was crafted based on a design for a desk and bookcase drawn from Thomas Chippendale’s famed 1762 edition of The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker's ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Irish Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Mahogany Bureau Cabinet After Thomas Chippendale

$64,500

Pair Of Carved Mahogany Armchairs By Thomas Chippendale

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in New Orleans, LA

This set of two carved mahogany chairs was crafted by the inimitable and famed Thomas Chippendale. The yellow upholstered seats complement the deep mahogany beautifully, creating an ...

Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair Of Carved Mahogany Armchairs By Thomas Chippendale

$94,500 / set

George II Mahogany Pembroke Table by Thomas Chippendale

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pembroke Table Thomas Chippendale Circa 1780 This highly significant Pembroke table is a rare example of Thomas Chippendale's exceptional craftsmanship, showcasing his legacy's unpa...

Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Game Tables

Materials

Brass

George II Mahogany Pembroke Table by Thomas Chippendale

$88,500

Chippendale Style Mahogany Armchair

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exquisite mahogany ribbon-back armchair epitomizes the elegance and sophistication associated with Thomas Chippendale's designs. Distinctive elements such as superior carving, b...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Chippendale Style Mahogany Armchair

$5,850

Chippendale-Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in New Orleans, LA

An outstanding set of Chippendale-style dining chairs, created from designs by Thomas Chippendale, one of history's most celebrated artisans. A testimony to the incredible workmanshi...

Category