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19th Century French Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Richie Perrott Antiques
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19th Century French Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers

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This 19th-century French Empire-style marble-topped commode boasts a solid French chestnut build with a burr walnut veneer. The woodwork remains in its original state, free of repairs, and features authentic brass handles, escutcheons, and mounts. Dimensions: Height 89 cm, Width 130 cm, Depth 58 cm.

Originating from the 19th century, this French commode is a remarkable piece, offering exceptional value and ample storage for a bedroom setting. I have personally waxed the commode to excellent condition, preserving the authenticity of its wear and tear.

Delivery to mainland UK is typically £70, with final rates subject to destination, complexity, coastal and congestion charges. For an exact delivery quote, please contact Richie at 07912624065. International shipping options are available. Viewings at our workshop showroom can be scheduled by appointment.

Should you wish to return the item, although highly unlikely, the transportation costs would be your responsibility.

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Richie Perrott Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut French Commode to the 19th Century.

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This 19th-century French Empire-style marble-topped commode boasts a solid French chestnut build with a burr walnut veneer.
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The woodwork remains in its original state, free of repairs, and features authentic brass handles, escutcheons, and mounts.
Richie Perrott Antiques

Dimensions: Height 89 cm, Width 130 cm, Depth 58 cm.

fig 1. A 19th-century French burr walnut chest of drawers featuring three main drawers with brass ring handles, architectural side columns, and a dark marble top.
fig 1. 19th Century French Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers

Originating from the 19th century, this French commode is a remarkable piece, offering exceptional value and ample storage for a bedroom setting. I have personally waxed the commode to excellent condition, preserving the authenticity of its wear and tear.

fig 2. A 19th-century French burr walnut chest of drawers featuring three main drawers with brass ring handles, architectural side columns, and a dark marble top.
fig 2. 19th Century French Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers

Delivery to mainland UK is typically £70, with final rates subject to destination, complexity, coastal and congestion charges. For an exact delivery quote, please contact Richie at 07912624065. International shipping options are available. Viewings at our workshop showroom can be scheduled by appointment.

Should you wish to return the item, although highly unlikely, the transportation costs would be your responsibility.

Date of Manufacture

Richie Perrott Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut French Commode to the 19th Century.

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A 19th-century French burr walnut chest of drawers featuring three main drawers with brass ring handles, architectural side columns, and a dark marble top.
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A French commode is a low, wide chest of drawers that originated in France during the late 17th century. By the 19th century, during the Empire and Restoration periods, these pieces featured monumental proportions, fine wood veneers such as burr walnut, architectural columns, and fitted marble tops.

These chests were typically constructed with an oak or pine carcass overlaid with figurative timber veneers like burr walnut, mahogany, or rosewood. Tops were commonly fitted with thick cut marble slabs, and drawers were accented with cast brass, bronze, or ormolu handles and escutcheons.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer linings, hand-sawn wood backings, and original marble cut with natural edge wear. Look for consistent oxidisation on timber undersides and period-appropriate metal fixings.

A 19th-century commode works as an anchor piece in entry halls, living spaces, or bedrooms. Pairing rich walnut grain and marble tops with modern abstract artwork or minimalist lighting creates a balanced contrast between classical and modern aesthetics.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish to the timber veneer once or twice a year to preserve moisture. Clean the marble top using a pH-neutral cleaner formulated for stone, avoiding acidic products that cause etching.
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