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Antique Bombe Chest
Carradale Farm Antiques
for sale €2,165     $2,350
£1,850

Carradale Farm Antiques

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Antique Bombe Chest

19th century
Description

French Antiquue bombe chest of unusual form it is serpentine fronted has three drawers and a very attractive parquetry top

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Bombe Chest to the 1800s.

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SA1158917
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SA3247
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Description
French Antiquue bombe chest of unusual form it is serpentine fronted has three drawers and a very attractive parquetry top
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Carradale Farm Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Bombe Chest to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1158917
Dealers Internal Ref
SA3247
Carradale Farm Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2010
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A small three-drawer walnut bombe chest of drawers featuring geometric parquetry inlay and brass ring handles.
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Carradale Farm Antiques
Telephone 01392 447082
Location
The Antiques Complex
The Crane Depot
Adj. Exeter Airport
Clyst Honiton
Exeter
Devon
EX5 2ll
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/carradale
Verified Since Feb 2010
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Carradale Farm Antiques
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Location: The Antiques Complex, The Crane Depot, Adj. Exeter Airport, Clyst Honiton, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2ll , United Kingdom
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A small three-drawer walnut bombe chest of drawers featuring geometric parquetry inlay and brass ring handles.
Antique bombe chest
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A small three-drawer walnut bombe chest of drawers featuring geometric parquetry inlay and brass ring handles.
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The bombe chest originated in 17th-century Europe, gaining prominence during the Baroque and Rococo periods in France, Italy, and the Netherlands. The term derives from the French word meaning convex or bulged, describing the characteristic outward-swelling shape of the chests front and sides.

Traditional commodes of this era feature solid timber frames finished with decorative veneers, such as walnut, olivewood, or fruitwood. Construction typically incorporates hand-cut dovetail joints, geometric parquetry or floral marquetry, and cast brass handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display signs of historical craftsmanship, including irregular hand-sawn drawer linings, period-correct brassware with natural oxidisation, and genuine age-related wear to the veneer finish. The absence of modern machine-cut components further confirms its period origin.

A bombe chest serves as an anchor piece in entryways, living rooms, or bedrooms. Juxtaposing the curved silhouette and rich timber grains against minimalist walls or contemporary artwork creates visual contrast and depth within a space.

Maintain walnut surfaces by dusting regularly with a dry, soft cloth and applying beeswax sparingly once or twice a year to protect the timber. Keep the furniture away from direct sunlight, central heating sources, and excess moisture to prevent veneer lifting.
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