A GEORGE III MAHOGANY SERPENTINE COMMODEIN THE MANNER OF THOMAS CHIPPENDALE, CIRCA 1765The moulded top above four long graduated drawers, on shaped and panel-moulded bracket feet99cm high, 113cm wide, 55cm deepThis commode relates in both form and quality of cabinet-work to documented examples of furniture produced by Thomas Chippendale (1718-1779). Of particular note are the handles which were a 'favourite Neo-Classical loop handle pattern' of Chippendale's. In addition the fielded panel detailing to the bracket feet have affinities to the Greek key motifs used on certain items of case furniture supplied by Chippendale for Paxton House, Berwickshire. However, the distinctive carved running lozenge pattern columns to the corners appear to be unparalleled in Chippendale's known oeuvre (see Christopher Gilbert, The Life and Works of Thomas Chippendale, 1978, Figs. 95, 263 and 415). Condition Report Marks, scratches, chips, splits and abrasions consistent with age and use.Handles probably later lacquered with various wear and abrasions.Locks replaced.Some splits to cedar drawer linings. Patina variable including some fading, dry areas, marks.Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition.