French Chest Of Drawers Louis Philippe Period Mid 19th

About the Item

Louis Philippe 19th century French chest of drawers. The wood is in walnut bramble. Walnut brambles are flamed because they have many aesthetic designs. These drawings have complex patterns with high contrast and entangled veins on a naturally dark background of varying intensities. Thus the walnut bramble wonderfully imitates a theatre curtain. This chest of drawers is equipped with four drawers, one of which is hidden in the upper belt of the cabinet. The drawers are mounted in dovetail ensuring perfect strength. The drawers can be opened daily and can contain many sometimes heavy objects. They slide perfectly. The back of the dresser has solid wood panels so very resistant. The discreet entrances do not protrude from the surface. They are brass, have the shape of a heart and are posterior to the cabinet. Each lock has its own key. These keys have been added. The dresser is perfectly stable. It rests on low feet that respect the shape of the furniture at the front and are called "pistolet" and two straight feet at the back. The top of the dresser is a Saint Anne grey marble. The marble is richly veined and in perfect condition. The edges are rounded in the corners. The moulding is called "pair of buttocks". In the 19th century all renowned houses had a Louis Philippe chest of drawers with simple and elegant lines. The dresser has its place in all the rooms of your house and will be of the most beautiful effect. It will attract attention by the quality of the wood. It will bring warmth, relaxation and well-being to your interior. It is a furniture of character. Its creator invites to understand, to forge an intimate and unique relationship. This piece of furniture passed from generation to generation enriches its history by settling in your interior. In turn, you will bring your life story puzzle piece. You will highlight it by playing with its lines. You will place on its marble your favorite objects. The interior of the furniture has been cleaned so that the objects are stored in a very healthy and odorless environment.

Dimensions:

Height: 38.19 in (97.01 cm)Width: 49.61 in (126.01 cm)Depth: 21.65 in (55 cm)

Style:

Louis Philippe (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Walnut

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

1840-1849

Date of Manufacture:

1840

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition. This piece of furniture has been carefully cleaned and revised in our workshop by myself and my professional cabinetmakers. Our workshop is open every day from 8 am to 7 pm and our warehouse is full of curiosities.

Seller Location:

SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU9582238950002

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