Sold: French Flame Mahogany Semainier or Tall Chest 19th Century

Name: French Flame Mahogany Semainier or Tall Chest
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA944586
Price: 1050 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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A tall French flame mahogany semainier featuring seven horizontal drawers with brass ring pulls and a grey marble top.

French flame mahogany Semainier or tall chest

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ObjectChests of Drawers
Period19th century
StyleFrench Empire
MaterialFlame Mahogany, Marble, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsFlame mahogany veneer, Brass ring pull handles, Keyhole escutcheons, Marble top
SizeH 143.5 cm (56 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

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A semainier is a tall, narrow chest of drawers traditionally featuring seven drawers, one for each day of the week. Originating in France during the 18th century, it was designed for storing personal linen, undergarments, and daily accessories.

These pieces are typically constructed using a solid timber carcase veneered in high-grade timbers such as flame or figured mahogany. They frequently incorporate marble tops, dovetail drawer joints, brass keyhole escutcheons, and working locks.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-turned or cast brass hardware, traditional secondary woods inside the drawers, and natural shrinkage cracks consistent with age and hand-finishing techniques.

This piece acts as a strong vertical focal point in a bedroom or dressing room, contrasting effectively against neutral plastered walls. Its rich timber grain pairs well with minimalist contemporary decor or eclectic vintage curation.

Maintain the timber by keeping it out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent the veneer from drying out. Clean regularly with a soft, dry cloth and nourish periodically with a traditional beeswax polish.

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French Flame Mahogany Semainier or Tall Chest