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A 19th Century Elm Commode Chest
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Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

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A 19th Century Elm Commode Chest

19th century
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An Early 19th century elm commode chest with three false drawers and carry handles, raised on bracket feet. An unusual piece.

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Elm Commode Chest to the Victorian era.

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SA1096052
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Description
An Early 19th century elm commode chest with three false drawers and carry handles, raised on bracket feet. An unusual piece.
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Elm Commode Chest to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1096052
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012

We display a variety of antiques at all price levels, including furniture, paintings and other decorative items

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A 19th-century warm brown elm commode chest featuring three drawers with brass ring handles, raised on shaped bracket feet.
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Archive I A 19th-century warm brown elm commode chest featuring three drawers with brass ring handles, raised on shaped bracket feet.

A 19th Century Elm Commode Chest

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Archive III A 19th-century warm brown elm commode chest featuring three drawers with brass ring handles, raised on shaped bracket feet. View III
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Archive VI A 19th-century warm brown elm commode chest featuring three drawers with brass ring handles, raised on shaped bracket feet. View VI
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3 South View Place (office only)
Blowhorn Street
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 1DD
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jun 2012
Items For Sale 244
Items Sold 2,178
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
Verified Since Jun 2012
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Location: 3 South View Place (office only), Blowhorn Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1DD, United Kingdom
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244
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A 19th-century warm brown elm commode chest featuring three drawers with brass ring handles, raised on shaped bracket feet.
A 19th Century Elm Commode Chest
Ref: SA1096052
A 19th-century warm brown elm commode chest featuring three drawers with brass ring handles, raised on shaped bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRustic Country
  • MaterialElm, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBracket feet, Brass ring pulls, Graduated drawers, Moulded top edge
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 49 cm (19 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

A Victorian rustic country elm commode chest with a warm brown timber finish presents a compact form suitable for various interior settings. The structure displays a moulded top edge above three graduated drawers fitted with circular brass ring pulls, while the base rests upon shaped bracket feet that exhibit visible wear and darker discoloration. Each drawer front shows distinct grain patterns across the wood surface, complemented by simple horizontal mouldings separating the tiers and the dark patination accumulated on the lower edge. This functional item measures 56 cm high, 49 cm wide, and 42 cm deep. A piece of this scale serves effectively as a bedside table or a small accent chest in a bedroom, hallway, or living room, providing display space on top alongside accessible enclosed storage within a traditional domestic environment.

A commode chest originated as a functional piece of storage furniture in the 18th and 19th centuries, often designed with drawers or converted from earlier commode cabinets for general household organisation.

Traditional commodes were constructed using native hardwoods such as elm, oak, or walnut, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, solid backboards, and cast brass handles or ring pulls.

Authentic pieces exhibit prominent grain patterns characteristic of elm, signs of historic timber shrinkage, hand-planed surfaces, and original joinery features such as irregular dovetails and hand-carved bracket feet.

An elm commode functions effectively as a nightstand, hall cabinet, or occasional side table, introducing natural timber texture alongside modern minimalist or traditional decor.

Position the piece away from direct heat sources and high humidity to minimise timber movement. Apply natural beeswax polish bi-annually and dust regularly using a soft cloth.
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