CHEAP TO CHIC: STRAIGHTENING OUT THE STORY ON THE SERPENTINE DRESSER!

Photo by Coco of Nbaynadamas (above)

serpentine definition from dictionary.com:
–adjective
1. of, characteristic of, or resembling a serpent, as in form or movement.
2. having a winding course, as a road; sinuous.
3. shrewd, wily, or cunning.

These serpentine dressers have all of these characteristics of the adjective that is used to describe them...the curvy front resembles that of a serpent or snake; instead of being flat fronted and straight to the point, the front of these dressers take a winding course, adding visual interest and appeal; and finely the design, whether antique, vintage, reproduction or a modern spin is quite shrewd and cunning.

The most classic version of this type of dresser is picture above. An antique, dark stained with metal pulls, and a hard surface top. A traditional piece that is suited for a bedroom of any style or can be placed in an entry way or hall for storage and design.

My favorite...the Plush Home version below...it feels modern but yet very retro and vintage at the same time. Love the cleaner lines of this version...that angle more than curve.

The serpentine dresser is a classic...no meandering or winding around the truth...this all straight talk on this timeless piece...that is why it is today's Nbaynadamas CHEAP TO CHIC:

Maison Luxe - Jackson Chest of Drawers - $2250 (In enamel white)(above)


William Sonoma Home - Deauville Dresser - $2450 (Inspired by a Louis XIV bureau. Chest of drawers or dresser with serpentine front, scalloped apron and volute feet. Gently distressed French lacquer. Full-width drawers are fitted with antiqued-brass pulls. Handcrafted from plantation grown mahogany with a cherry-stained top and a painted and expertly distressed base in a cream finish. Dimensions:48" x 22 1/2" x 35" high) (above)


Plush Home - Fairbanks Chest of Drawers - $6950 (mahogany. Dimensions W 49" D 18" H 36") (above) (my favorite)

Baker - George III Serpentine Chest - price upon request (above)

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Write by: AN - Tuesday, February 17, 2009