George III Serpentine Chest of Drawers, attributed to Thomas Chippendale

George III Serpentine Chest of Drawers, attributed to Thomas ChippendaleA fine quality George III period mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, firmly attributed to Thomas Chippendale. English, c. 1770 Why we like it The sturdy, robust proportions of this magnificent chest of drawers combined with splendid, wonderfully mellowed colour and natural patination make it a rare find these days. Superb quality, beautifully figured veneers, gloriously patinated surface throughout. Attribution The form of this chest of

good quality early 18th century English provincial George II period card table of rare shallow proportions

above the solid compass seats of unusual form

a slight warp to it adds character and charm to this little gem of a table

Height excluding fittings: 18

A fine French 19th century Louis XIV – Regence style oak and parcel-gilt sofa or settee

These chairs would have been acquired during the 2nd Earl's alterations during the middle of the eighteenth century which were probably conducted under the supervision of the architect

Weight: circa 2 lbs

united by the turned stretchers

An attractive pair of Chinese-export celadon-glazed porcelain ducks

and the Americas

this bench relates to the ancient Greek 'Klismos' seats

though its exact early provenance is obscure