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Burr Elm Chest

Rare Small 18th Century Burr Elm Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Exceptionally Rare 18th Century, George III Period, Burr Elm Chest, Of Extremely Unusual Small
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Rare Small 18th Century Burr Elm Chest Of Drawers
Rare Small 18th Century Burr Elm Chest Of Drawers

Rare Small 18th Century Burr Elm Chest Of Drawers

$13,572
H 32.5 in W 27.25 in D 15.5 in
A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A superb early Georgian tallboy or chest on stand with key, dating from early 1700s. The upper
Category

Antique 1710s European George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand
A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand

A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand

$10,308
H 63.39 in W 35.04 in D 21.07 in
Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco burr elm and walnut chest of drawers, this was made in England and dates from
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

$3,436
H 49.22 in W 29.14 in D 16.93 in
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers circa 1960. Stunning chest of
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut, Pine

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

$2,604
H 24.5 in W 43.25 in D 18.75 in
R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal
By Crosby & Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Aesthetic Movement, Burr Elm and Oak Wellington Chest of Drawers housing 160 Sulphur casts of Royal and
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Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Elm, Oak

R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal
R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal

R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal

$16,493
H 52.96 in W 33.08 in D 20.48 in
Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode
By Regency
Located in Tetbury, GB
columns raised on turned tapering feet. The drawers are unusual with rare burr elm drawer fronts all
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode
Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode

Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode

$6,734
H 33 in W 51 in D 26 in
Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode
Located in Benington, Herts
A rare early 18th century Louis XV provincial burr elm shaped front mazarin commode of excellent
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Antique 1710s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Fruitwood

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode
Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

$12,947
H 32.49 in W 48.04 in D 27.56 in
GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET
Located in Pulborough, GB
made from high-quality burr elm, showcasing rich, swirling grain patterns that bring warmth and
Category

20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET
GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET

GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET

$1,374 Sale Price
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H 30.32 in W 30.32 in D 18.51 in
Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely small Apothecary Burl Elm Chinese chest of drawers
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Elm

Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base
Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base

Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base

$1,855
H 22.84 in W 30.32 in D 14.18 in
SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Frank Hudson Burr Elm bedroom furniture to include a large two over three chest of drawers and pair of
Category

20th Century English Victorian Bedroom Sets

Materials

Elm

SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS
SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS

SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS

$5,154 / set
H 39.77 in W 39.77 in D 17.72 in

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Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand
Located in London, GB
A beautifully patinated William and Mary burr elm chest on stand; the chest having a cross grain
Category

Antique Early 1700s English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand
Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand

Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand

H 66.25 in W 41.75 in D 23 in
Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand
Located in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
A late 17th century William & Mary burr elm, walnut and oak chest on stand, the slab veneers
Category

Antique 1690s English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Oak, Walnut

Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand
Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand

Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand

H 55.12 in W 37.41 in D 20.87 in
Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1900 pair of three drawer English burr elm chests with original brass hardware. These
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests
Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests

Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests

H 30.5 in W 40 in D 22.5 in
Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
Antique George III style burr elm chest on chest with a wonderful color and in excellent condition
Category

Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers

H 64 in W 33 in D 19 in
Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made burr elm chest of drawers, in the antique Georgian style & dating from
Category

Vintage 1950s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

H 29 in W 18 in D 15 in
Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest
Located in London, GB
A magnificent burr elm chest on chest, in the antique Georgian style. This was made in England, it
Category

Vintage 1950s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest
Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest

H 64 in W 33 in D 19 in
Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740
Located in Heathfield, GB
A very good country made oak and burr elm chest on chest of small proportions and with a
Category

Antique 18th Century George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740
Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740

Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740

H 42 in W 30 in D 18 in
18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Rare 18th century English burled elm chest of drawers with mulberry banding. Three small drawers
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

H 36.5 in W 38.75 in D 20 in
George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A George II period chest of drawers veneered in burr elm with contrasting line inlay to the top and
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

H 35.5 in W 39.5 in D 20 in
Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A large burr elm and partly ebonized chest of drawers the six long drawers opening with brass
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

H 30.32 in W 66.93 in D 19.69 in
Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning military campaign style burr elm Theodore
Category

20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles
Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles

Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles

H 36.82 in W 27.96 in D 15.75 in
SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
1780-1800 George III Fully restored Burr Elm small chest of drawers Please note the delivery fee
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Antique 1780s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs
SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs

SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs

H 30.12 in W 25.79 in D 18.12 in
Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale stunning 1830 Charles X Burr Elm with marble top chest of
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate
Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate

Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate

H 35.04 in W 44.1 in D 21.86 in
Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Burr Elm drawers Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only
Category

20th Century English Modern Bedroom Sets

Materials

Elm

Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite
Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite

Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite

H 39.97 in W 30.12 in D 17.92 in
Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A beautiful Art Deco Burr Elm Art Deco Skyscraper Chest of drawers. This particular chest is
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers

Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers

H 49 in W 29 in D 18 in
Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pair of antique burr elm Georgian style side chests. They were made in England, they
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests
Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests

H 28.75 in W 24.41 in D 16.15 in
Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco burr elm and walnut chest of drawers, this was made in England and dates from
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

H 49.22 in W 29.14 in D 18.12 in
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid-20th century Scandinavian elm and burr chest of drawers, circa 1950. Deco inspired 3-drawer
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers

H 25.25 in W 38.5 in D 18 in
Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Superb quality antique English inlaid burr elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's chest. The Queen Anne
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest
Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

H 31.25 in W 37.5 in D 20.75 in
1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
combination of burr elm on the drawer fronts and top, with figured walnut sides and edges. The original
Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

H 49 in W 29 in D 17 in
Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Rare and fine antique English burr elm oyster veneer queen Anne revival bachelor's chest with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest
Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

H 3.25 in W 29.75 in D 19.88 in
18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A delightful and rare early 18th century Georgian burr Elm and laburnum chest having superbly
Category

Antique Early 18th Century English George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers
18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers

18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers

H 35.5 in W 38 in D 21.5 in
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers circa 1960. Stunning chest of
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

H 24.5 in W 43.25 in D 18.75 in
Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers circa 1960. Stunning chest of
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Burl

Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers
Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers

Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers

H 24.5 in W 43.25 in D 18.75 in
Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fabulous and rare antique English inlaid burr elm Queen Anne style chest of drawers with brushing
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide
Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide

H 37.75 in W 34.75 in D 21.75 in
A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A fine Swedish Rococo period bombe commode with parquetry work in burr Elm and Elm, lovely small
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.
A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.

A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.

H 31.11 in W 44.1 in D 20.48 in
EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
vintage, Burr Elm sideboard banks of drawers which sublime timber patina Please note the delivery fee
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS
EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS

EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS

H 34.06 in W 63.39 in D 19.69 in
Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
figured burr elm with crossbanded inlays. Gorgeous ogee feet. Perfect size for a server/sideboard.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server
Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server

Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server

H 34 in W 63.5 in D 22.5 in
ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Campaign chest of drawers in Elm with the rare two over four formation Please note the delivery fee
Category

Vintage 1940s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL
ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL

ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL

H 40.95 in W 36.03 in D 17.72 in
Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode
Located in London, GB
A fine late eighteenth century burr elm commode with graduated drawers, fine figuring and brass
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode
Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode

Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode

H 36.62 in W 50.01 in D 24.41 in
Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A pair of Art Deco style chests of drawers with burr elm veneers surrounding entire chests
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970
Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970

Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970

H 34.26 in W 47.25 in L 34.26 in
Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode
Located in London, GB
A burr elm and fruitwood, gilt metal mounted, Louis XVI three drawer commode.
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode
Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode

Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode

H 33.08 in W 48.82 in D 24.02 in
Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode
Located in Benington, Herts
A finely shaped, rare burr and figured elm French Louis XV commode dating to the mid-18th century
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Oak

Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode
Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode

Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode

H 32.29 in W 49.02 in L 32.29 in
Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers
Located in Kettering, GB
An interesting and rare elm and burr walnut crossbanded chest of drawers, dating from c. 1740, with
Category

Antique 18th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers
Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers

Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers

H 36.23 in W 37.8 in D 20.87 in
19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning three-drawer chest of drawers, circa 1840. Using burr veneers with birch strung with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode
19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode

19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode

H 34.75 in W 45 in D 20.75 in
Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest
Located in London, GB
stunning burr elm grain patterns throughout, offset by beautiful brass corners and sunken brass military
Category

Vintage 1950s English Campaign Night Stands

Materials

Elm

Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest
Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest

Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest

H 24 in W 13 in L 24 in
Antique Korean Burr Elm Treasure Cabinet (Kap Kae Suri) Chest Of Drawers, 19th C
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE KOREAN CABINET A highly decorative piece of furniture made from elm and burr elm with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Korean Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Korean Burr Elm Treasure Cabinet (Kap Kae Suri) Chest Of Drawers, 19th C
Antique Korean Burr Elm Treasure Cabinet (Kap Kae Suri) Chest Of Drawers, 19th C

Antique Korean Burr Elm Treasure Cabinet (Kap Kae Suri) Chest Of Drawers, 19th C

H 31.5 in W 29.53 in D 18.51 in
Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century burr elm chest of drawers circa 1950. Scandinavian mid century chest
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Burl

Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

H 28.3 in W 39.5 in D 16.75 in
20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning Scandinavian elm shaped chest of drawers, circa 1950. Three-drawer chest of drawers
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

H 26 in W 37.25 in D 16.6 in
MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London Beautifully crafted pair of mid-century French-style burl elm chests dating
Category

20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES
MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES

MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES

H 30.32 in W 29.93 in D 18.51 in
Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this very nice vintage Burr Elm small chest of drawers made
Category

20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized
Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized

Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized

H 24.22 in W 17.92 in D 13.19 in
VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY
Located in Pulborough, GB
. The chest is crafted from gorgeous Burr Elm wood, known for its rich, intricate grain patterns and
Category

20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY
VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY

VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY

H 27.96 in W 36.62 in D 17.33 in
Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Glorious Rococo period elm commode circa 1780. Bowfront shaped 3-drawer chest. Shaped over
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode
Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode

Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode

H 31.5 in W 41.6 in D 22.75 in
Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of made in England burr & burl walnut & elm
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20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers
Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers

Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers

H 25.79 in W 25.99 in D 14.18 in
Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand
Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire
Antique burr elm chest on stand Here we have this magnificent Antique burr-elm chest on stand, in
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Antique Late 19th Century Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand
Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand

H 63 in W 33 in D 19.25 in
English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710
Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire
Queen Anne oak and burr elm chest This Queen Anne oak and burr elm chest was made circa 1700
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Antique Early 1700s English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Oak

English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710
English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710

English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710

H 37 in W 37.5 in L 37 in
Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Fine quality rare burr Elm and oak chest of drawers circa 1900 . The chest has a very unusual
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Antique Early 1900s British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Oak

Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

H 36.6 in W 36.2 in D 18.9 in
French Burr Elm Commode
Located in London, GB
An early 19th century burr elm three drawer commode with lion mask ring handles and paw feet.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

French Burr Elm Commode
French Burr Elm Commode

French Burr Elm Commode

H 32.5 in W 47.5 in D 24.5 in
French burr elm Louis Philippe commode
Located in Pasadena, CA
French burr elm & walnut Louis Philippe commode with 4 drawers + 1 secret drawer below & rose
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

French burr elm Louis Philippe commode
French burr elm Louis Philippe commode

French burr elm Louis Philippe commode

H 39 in W 50 in D 22 in
Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode
Located in London, GB
A late 18th century Walnut and burr elm commode, having three drawers with the veneered panels
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode
Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode

Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode

H 34 in W 48.5 in D 22.5 in
19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
bleached burr elm, with five drawers, retaining its original marble top, France.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode
19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode

19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode

H 48 in W 37.4 in D 24.2 in
18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Good quality 18th century Queen Anne burr walnut and elm chest of drawers . The chest has
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Antique 1740s English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers
18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers

18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers

H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 22.84 in
An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest
Located in New York, NY
A good George I burr elm bachelors chest with four long drawers and a leather lined brushing slide
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Ebony, Leather, Sycamore, Elm

An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest
An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest

An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest

H 33.5 in W 31.75 in D 18.25 in
18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode
Located in London, GB
three drawers with burr elm veneered panelling, brass lock escutcheons and handles, all raised on square
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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Burl

18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode
18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode

18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode

H 31.5 in W 50 in D 23 in
English Queen Anne Period Walnut and Burr Elm Chest of Six Drawers
Located in Wells, ME
English Queen Anne period chest of six drawers in walnut with burr elm drawer fronts. The top is
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Antique Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Dra...

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Walnut, Burl

English Queen Anne Period Walnut and Burr Elm Chest of Six Drawers
English Queen Anne Period Walnut and Burr Elm Chest of Six Drawers

English Queen Anne Period Walnut and Burr Elm Chest of Six Drawers

H 39 in W 41.75 in D 23 in
Antique Marble Topped Burr Elm Commode, Dramatic Bookmatched Veneer
Located in Port Chester, NY
A classic Louis Philippe commode in dramtically grained elm. Three wide drawers plus an extra
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Marble Topped Burr Elm Commode, Dramatic Bookmatched Veneer
Antique Marble Topped Burr Elm Commode, Dramatic Bookmatched Veneer

Antique Marble Topped Burr Elm Commode, Dramatic Bookmatched Veneer

H 37.75 in W 48.75 in D 21.75 in
20th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Elm Commode
Located in London, GB
A mid-20th century burr elm commode, having a white marble top above three drawers with brass
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20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

20th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Elm Commode
20th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Elm Commode

20th Century Louis XVI Style Burr Elm Commode

H 36.5 in W 57.5 in D 21.5 in

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Burr Elm Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic burr elm chest available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, elm and hardwood, every burr elm chest was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect burr elm chest — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A burr elm chest, designed in the Georgian, Art Deco or Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made burr elm chest over the years, but those crafted by Theodore Alexander are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Burr Elm Chest?

A burr elm chest can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,380, while the lowest priced sells for $931 and the highest can go for as much as $41,041.

Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You

Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?

Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot. 

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