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French Walnut Semainier/ Chest of Drawers
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for sale €1,931     $2,096
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French Walnut Semainier/ Chest of Drawers

19th century
Description

A wonderful condition French Walnut Semainier with 7 drawers featuring book matched walnut timber making this an elegant and functional piece of furniture. This Semainier comes with its original locks and keys.

This has been cleaned and polished to bring out the best colour of the Burr Walnut with its draw runners being done.

Physical Dimensions
Height
148cm (58.27")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
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Michael Youll Antiques has dated this French Walnut Semainier Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA1101395
Description
A wonderful condition French Walnut Semainier with 7 drawers featuring book matched walnut timber making this an elegant and functional piece of furniture. This Semainier comes with its original locks and keys.
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This has been cleaned and polished to bring out the best colour of the Burr Walnut with its draw runners being done.
Michael Youll Antiques
Height
148cm (58.27")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Michael Youll Antiques has dated this French Walnut Semainier Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA1101395
Michael Youll Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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A tall nineteenth-century French walnut semainier chest of drawers with symmetrical timber grain and brass keyhole escutcheons.
French Walnut Semainier/ Chest of Drawers
Ref: SA1101395
A tall nineteenth-century French walnut semainier chest of drawers with symmetrical timber grain and brass keyhole escutcheons.
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis Philippe
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSymmetrical walnut veneer, Brass keyhole escutcheons, Seven drawer layout, Plinth base with turned feet
  • SizeH 148 cm (58 in) x W 106 cm (42 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

This nineteenth-century French Louis Philippe semainier is a tall chest of drawers constructed from walnut with a warm brown finish and symmetrical bookmatched burr walnut veneer. It stands on a plinth base with turned bun feet at the front corners, framed by column-style uprights and simple linear mouldings. Each of the seven stacked drawers includes a central oval brass keyhole escutcheon and retains its original lock, while the cleaned and polished surface displays rich natural grain patterns. The physical dimensions measure 148 cm high, 106 cm wide, and 51 cm deep. Suitable for placement in a bedroom, hallway, or dressing room, this practical storage unit organises garments or linens while serving as a classic decorative focal point in a traditional interior setting.

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A semainier is a traditional French tall chest featuring seven drawers, originally designed to store a weeks supply of clothing or linen with one drawer dedicated to each day.

These chests were predominantly crafted from hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or oak, often featuring flame or burr wood veneers paired with brass or bronze keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic period examples generally showcase hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original locks with escutcheons, hand-planed back panels, and uniform drawer depth across seven distinct tiers.

Owing to its vertical proportions and compact footprint, a semainier fits well in narrow bedrooms, dressing areas, or hallways, offering substantial vertical storage without taking up excessive floor space.

Routine cleaning involves dusting with a dry microfibre cloth, while periodic application of clear beeswax polish maintains the wood moisture and preserves the natural patina without buildup.
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