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Vintage Italian Walnut Marquetry Gentleman's Semainier Tall Chest Of Drawers

About the Item

A handsome vintage Italian gentlemen's semainier / seven drawer dresser. Born in Italy in the first half of the 20th century, Baroque Tuscan country / Mediterranean Revival taste, featuring high quality craftsmanship and solid wood construction, hand-crafted and carved walnut, having a rectangular top with molded edge and dentil trim, over conforming case fitted with seven drawers, each with ornate scrolling foliate marquetry drawer-fronts, above stepped and shaped molding base, rising on sturdy bracket feet. A semainier is a tall, sometimes narrow, chest of drawers / bedroom commode, sometimes with five but typically with seven stacked drawers, intended for storing one week's supply of clothing, lingerie, shirts, etc.., usually dictated by its size. This example is one of the larger sizes, its warm, elegant yet masculine, and functional, with clean lines, simple form, and rich marquetry detail, it's sure to be a welcome addition to any home! Dimensions (approx): 41" High, 25.5" Wide, 16" Deep Excellent original antique / vintage condition. Nicely aged patina, character and rustic warmth. Typical wear consistent with age and use. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished patina, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! Professional Shipping / In-home Delivery available Pickup available near Dallas, TX.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    First half of the 20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent original antique / vintage condition. Nicely aged patina, character and rustic warmth. Typical wear consistent with age and use. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished patina, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977226088642

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