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Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers- High Quality
Prior and Willis
for sale €2,289     $2,484
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Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers- High Quality

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers / Commode – High Quality

Full of authentic charm and character, this 19th Century bow front chest of drawers is a rare decorative find that would complement period, contemporary, or country-inspired interiors. Its later but incredibly authentic distressed paintwork gives a lovely worn finish that enhances its rustic appeal.

Features and Craftsmanship

19th century

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Drawers slide freely

Brushing slide surface pulls out at the top

Later brassware handles which suit the overall piece

No keys; locks untested

Condition

In good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, and alterations consistent with period furniture and its worn/distressed styling. Just few historic (now extinct) woodworm holes have been treated.

Dimensions

Width: 93 cm

Depth: 58 cm

Height: 90.5 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8868

A versatile and stylish piece that combines decorative charm with practical storage, and is perfect for adding character to any room.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90.5cm (35.63")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Painted Bow Front Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1189831
Dealers Internal Reference
8868
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers / Commode – High Quality
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Full of authentic charm and character, this 19th Century bow front chest of drawers is a rare decorative find that would complement period, contemporary, or country-inspired interiors.
Prior and Willis

Its later but incredibly authentic distressed paintwork gives a lovely worn finish that enhances its rustic appeal.

fig 1. A 19th-century bow-fronted wooden chest of drawers featuring a distressed grey and cream painted geometric pattern with oval brass drop handles.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers- High Quality

Features and Craftsmanship

19th century

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Drawers slide freely

Brushing slide surface pulls out at the top

Later brassware handles which suit the overall piece

No keys; locks untested

fig 2. A 19th-century bow-fronted wooden chest of drawers featuring a distressed grey and cream painted geometric pattern with oval brass drop handles.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers- High Quality

Condition

In good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, and alterations consistent with period furniture and its worn/distressed styling. Just few historic (now extinct) woodworm holes have been treated.

fig 3. A 19th-century bow-fronted wooden chest of drawers featuring a distressed grey and cream painted geometric pattern with oval brass drop handles.
fig 3. Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers- High Quality

Dimensions

Width: 93 cm

Depth: 58 cm

Height: 90.5 cm

Additional Information

Stock No.: 8868

A versatile and stylish piece that combines decorative charm with practical storage, and is perfect for adding character to any room.

Height
90.5cm (35.63")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Painted Bow Front Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1189831
Dealers Internal Ref
8868
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Archive I A 19th-century bow-fronted wooden chest of drawers featuring a distressed grey and cream painted geometric pattern with oval brass drop handles.

Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers- High quality

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Norfolk
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century bow-fronted wooden chest of drawers featuring a distressed grey and cream painted geometric pattern with oval brass drop handles.
Antique 19th Century Bow Front Painted and Decorated Chest of Drawers- High quality
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A 19th-century bow-fronted wooden chest of drawers featuring a distressed grey and cream painted geometric pattern with oval brass drop handles.
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FAQs

A bow front chest of drawers features a gentle convex curve across the front elevation, a design that emerged in the late 18th century to soften rectangular interior layouts. Throughout the 19th century, craftsmen combined this architectural contour with practical drawer arrangements, often employing decorative painted motifs or fine timber veneers.

Chests from this period were typically constructed using solid timbers such as pine, oak, or mahogany, held together with hand-cut dovetail joints. Drawer linings were usually made from pine or oak, while exterior hardware comprised cast or stamped brass handles and iron locks.

Authentic painted antiques display natural wear patterns around high-touch areas such as handles, edges, and feet. Looking inside drawer cavities reveals unpainted timber showing age-related patination, hand-planed surfaces, and genuine dovetail joinery rather than modern machine cuts.

A painted bow front chest serves as a focal piece in hallways, bedrooms, or living spaces, pairing well with neutral plaster walls or textured wallpapers. Position modern artwork or a gilded mirror directly above the chest to contrast historical painted patterns with contemporary elements.

Maintain the surface by dusting gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh liquid cleaners or abrasive polishes. To protect the paintwork from further flaking, apply a thin coat of clear, neutral microcrystalline wax once or twice a year.
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