Description

Fine C18th George III Chippendale period mahogany serpentine-front chest of drawers.
Four graduated oak-lined and �cock-beaded� drawers fitted with original brass �swan-neck� drop handles ,and having cast-detail brass key escutcheons and fitted original steel locks ( no key ) . One drawer interior bearing a small numbered paper label from a collection inventory.
Raised on unusual architecturally-inspired carved on all sides fluted bracket feet, having a stepped ogee moulding around the base . The serpentine outline top with a gently moulded profile with rounded edge corners
The underside with all original blocks and finish , the original back-boards having original faded �red-wash� surface .
In excellent original condition throughout with a rich colour and patina. The rear left-hand-side edge of the top has a minor historic shrinkage crack and very minor light wear and dents commensurate with age, use and purpose.
A capacious classical Georgian period serpentine chest-of-drawers of restrained elegance and practical proportions.
H 34�
W 39�
D 23�
England c.1765
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on Selling Antiques showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 2412