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Antique 19th Century French Walnut Chest of Drawers
W H Barker Antiques
for sale €380     $413
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Antique 19th Century French Walnut Chest of Drawers

19th century
Description

A stunning 19th century French walnut chest of drawers comprising of 2 short over 2 long drawers with ornate brass handles and a marble top, sat on bun feet.

Dimensions:

Height-78cm

Width-103cm

Depth-58cm

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like a delivery quote or any additional information!

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W H Barker Antiques has dated this French Walnut Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA1231899
Description
A stunning 19th century French walnut chest of drawers comprising of 2 short over 2 long drawers with ornate brass handles and a marble top, sat on bun feet.

Dimensions:

Height-78cm

Width-103cm

Depth-58cm

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like a delivery quote or any additional information!

Date of Manufacture

W H Barker Antiques has dated this French Walnut Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231899
W H Barker Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2026
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W H Barker Antiques
Telephone 07712 012600
Location
4 Lane Ends Farm Store
Burley Bank Road
Killinghall
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/whbarker
Verified Since Aug 2026
Items For Sale 47
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W H Barker Antiques
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An antique 19th-century French walnut chest of drawers featuring a dark grey marble top and ornate brass handles.
Antique 19th Century French Walnut Chest Of Drawers
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A 19th-century French commode is a decorative chest of drawers characterised by fine cabinetmaking, rich wood veneers such as walnut, and frequently topped with a slab of marble. Popular styles from this era include Louis Philippe and Second Empire, which emphasised symmetrical silhouettes, functional storage, and ornate brass hardware.

Craftspeople typically constructed the internal carcass from solid oak or pine, which was then overlaid with decorative walnut or burr walnut veneers. Tops were commonly fitted with thick slabs of natural marble, while drawer handles and escutcheons were cast in brass or bronze.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer linings, hand-planed back panels, and original lock mechanisms. Look for natural wear patterns on the internal drawer runners and aged patination across the cast metal fittings.

Position the chest as a focal piece in a hallway, bedroom, or reception room, using the flat marble surface to display artwork, ceramic vessels, or modern lamps. Combining warm wood tones with contemporary neutral walls creates a balanced contrast between historical texture and modern decor.

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish periodically following the grain. Protect the marble top by placing felt pads underneath decorative objects and wiping away spills immediately with a pH-neutral cleaner.
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