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19th‑century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers
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19th‑century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers

19th century
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19th‑Century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers

A superb 19th‑century Swedish chest of drawers crafted in richly figured flame birch, showcasing the lively, rippling grain that defines Scandinavian craftsmanship of the period. The four full‑width drawers are arranged in a clean, seamless front typical of the Biedermeier‑influenced Swedish style, with rounded corners and turned bun feet adding a touch of softness to the architectural form.

Each drawer retains its original working lock and key, a rare survival that adds authenticity and charm. The warm honey tone of the birch catches the light beautifully, revealing depth and movement across the book‑matched veneers.

Elegant yet understated, this piece embodies traditional Swedish restraint with natural luxury — perfect for interiors that value craftsmanship, clarity, and timeless design.

Height 103cms x Width 91cms x Depth 49cms.

For inquiries, please feel free to reach out to Richard via email at richie.perrott@live.co.uk or call the office at 07912624065.

We offer a nationwide courier service for just £70, with exact quotes available upon order placement. Every purchase undergoes a thorough quality control check prior to dispatch, and delivery is typically within 1 to 3 weeks. To ensure a smooth delivery experience, kindly provide your phone number, and our courier will contact you to arrange a convenient time.

Showroom viewings at our workshop are available by appointment only.

In the unlikely event that you'd like to return an item, please note that all transportation costs will be the customer’s responsibility.

Date of Manufacture

Richie Perrott Antiques has dated these Flame Birch Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 09495179
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-190 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Book-matched flame birch veneers: Scandinavian cabinet work from the mid-19th century onwards.
Horizontal pine backboards: shrinkage gaps and aged darkening in the softwood.
Carved scroll front feet: regional styling of the period.
Shaped metal escutcheons: functional fittings with surface wear.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

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SA1213597
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19th‑Century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers
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A superb 19th‑century Swedish chest of drawers crafted in richly figured flame birch, showcasing the lively, rippling grain that defines Scandinavian craftsmanship of the period.
Richie Perrott Antiques

The four full‑width drawers are arranged in a clean, seamless front typical of the Biedermeier‑influenced Swedish style, with rounded corners and turned bun feet adding a touch of softness to the architectural form.

fig 1. A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet.
fig 1. 19th‑century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers

Each drawer retains its original working lock and key, a rare survival that adds authenticity and charm. The warm honey tone of the birch catches the light beautifully, revealing depth and movement across the book‑matched veneers.

fig 2. A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet.
fig 2. 19th‑century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers

Elegant yet understated, this piece embodies traditional Swedish restraint with natural luxury — perfect for interiors that value craftsmanship, clarity, and timeless design.

Height 103cms x Width 91cms x Depth 49cms.

fig 3. A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet.
fig 3. 19th‑century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers

For inquiries, please feel free to reach out to Richard via email at richie.perrott@live.co.uk or call the office at 07912624065.

We offer a nationwide courier service for just £70, with exact quotes available upon order placement. Every purchase undergoes a thorough quality control check prior to dispatch, and delivery is typically within 1 to 3 weeks. To ensure a smooth delivery experience, kindly provide your phone number, and our courier will contact you to arrange a convenient time.

fig 4. A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet.
fig 4. 19th‑century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers

Showroom viewings at our workshop are available by appointment only.

In the unlikely event that you'd like to return an item, please note that all transportation costs will be the customer’s responsibility.

Date of Manufacture

Richie Perrott Antiques has dated these Flame Birch Chest Drawers to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09495179
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-190 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Book-matched flame birch veneers: Scandinavian cabinet work from the mid-19th century onwards.
Horizontal pine backboards: shrinkage gaps and aged darkening in the softwood.
Carved scroll front feet: regional styling of the period.
Shaped metal escutcheons: functional fittings with surface wear.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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Archive I A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet.

19th‑century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers

Archive II A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet. View X
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Richie Perrott Antiques
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Royal Wootton Bassett
Wiltshire
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A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet.
19th‑Century Swedish Flame Birch Chest of Drawers
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A 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers crafted from flame birch veneer with four horizontal drawers, central dark escutcheons, and short carved bracket feet.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century Swedish Biedermeier
  • MaterialFlame Birch, Pine, Iron
  • ColourHoney Blonde
  • MotifsFlame birch veneer, Central keyhole escutcheons, Carved bracket feet, Molded drawer dividers

This nineteenth-century Swedish chest of drawers exemplifies nineteenth-century Swedish Biedermeier style, constructed from flame birch, pine, and iron with a honey blonde colour and book-matched flame birch veneer. The rectangular form has a molded cornice, four horizontal full-width drawers with molded drawer dividers, central black keyhole escutcheons, rounded front corners, and short carved bracket feet. Each drawer contains a working lock. Measuring Height 103 cm by Width 91 cm by Depth 49 cm, the chest fits comfortably into a bedroom, hallway, or living room for everyday clothing or linen storage. It provides a functional surface for a lamp or decorative items while serving as a practical storage unit.

FAQs

Nineteenth-century Swedish flame birch furniture is defined by the use of birch timber exhibiting a distinctive wavy grain pattern known as chatoyancy or flame. Popular during the Biedermeier and Empire periods in Scandinavia, these pieces emphasize clean geometric lines, restrained ornamentation, and warm golden wood tones.

These chests were typically crafted using pine or oak carcases covered with high-quality flame birch veneers. Construction details often include hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, solid wood drawer linings, central keyhole escutcheons, and hand-carved feet.

Authentic pieces feature genuine veneer showing natural age-related movement, hand-planed timber surfaces on cabinet backs and drawer bottoms, and traditional joinery. Look for keyhole escutcheons in brass, iron, or bone and uniform wear consistent with 19th-century craftsmanship.

The light, warm tones of flame birch allow these chests to bridge traditional and modern aesthetic schemes. Position the chest as a focal point in a hallway, bedroom, or living area alongside neutral wall palettes, minimal decor, or modern artwork to highlight the wood grain.

Keep the chest away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying, warping, or fading of the veneer. Clean with a soft dry cloth and periodically apply a high-quality beeswax polish to maintain moisture and preserve the natural surface patina.
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