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")

Declaration

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

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1101395

Description

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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

Physical Dimensions

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.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1101395

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Michael Youll Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010

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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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French Walnut Semainier/ Chest of Drawers

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