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18th Century Italian Commode
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18th Century Italian Commode

18th century
For Sale by Arcadia Antiques
Description

Wonderful 18th C Italian walnut commode. Great colour. 1760.

Reference: 7634

Dimensions

52 inches (132 cms) Wide

22 inches (56 cms) Deep

38.5 inches (98 cms) High

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Arcadia Antiques has dated this 18th Century Italian Commode to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA945425
Dealers Internal Reference
7634
Description
Wonderful 18th C Italian walnut commode. Great colour. 1760.

Reference: 7634

Dimensions

52 inches (132 cms) Wide

22 inches (56 cms) Deep

38.5 inches (98 cms) High

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
132cm (51.97")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this 18th Century Italian Commode to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA945425
Dealers Internal Ref
7634
Arcadia Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet.
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Archive I An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet.

18th Century Italian Commode

Archive II An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet. View II
Archive III An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet.
Archive V An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet. View IX
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Arcadia Antiques
Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923
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Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/arcadia
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An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet.
18th Century Italian Commode
Ref: SA945425
An 18th-century Italian walnut commode featuring four long drawers with geometric raised panel mouldings, iron drop handles, and octagonal feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • Style18th Century Italian
  • MaterialWalnut, Iron
  • ColourWarm Walnut Brown
  • MotifsGeometric panel moulding, Iron drop handles, Octagonal feet, Escutcheon keyholes
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 132 cm (52 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This 18th century Italian commode chest of drawers takes inspiration from the classic gentleman's library aesthetic of the 1760 period. Rendered in a warm walnut brown timber finish, the piece displays heavy architectural presence through its substantial frame and proportions. Four long drawers stretch across the front elevation, each ornamented with geometric raised panel mouldings and centered iron drop handles alongside small vertical escutcheon keyholes. Fluted pilasters flank the outer edges of the case, leading down to distinct octagonal feet that elevate the entire structure from the floor. The substantial woodwork measures 98 cm high, 132 cm wide, and 56 cm deep. Position this impressive chest of drawers in a spacious bedroom, a formal reception room, or a traditional study to serve as a practical storage anchor. The wide top surface offers ample space for display items, while the deep drawers accommodate linens, clothing, or paperwork with ease. Its rich wood tones and historic styling integrate smoothly with classic, rustic, or eclectic interior schemes, bringing authentic period character to everyday living spaces.

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An 18th-century Italian commode is characterized by architectural moulding, substantial proportions, and regional timber craftsmanship. These pieces typically feature decorative drawer fronts with geometric panelling, drop handles, and carved or turned supporting feet.

Primary woods included native walnut, chestnut, and olive wood, often selected for rich figure and grain pattern. Secondary woods inside drawers and backing boards commonly comprised poplar or pine, fastened with hand-forged iron hardware.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-planed backboards and drawer bottoms, and irregular iron or brass hardware. Signs of historical wood movement, oxidisation near metal components, and natural surface wear consistent with age also indicate period construction.

An Italian commode acts as a grounding focal point when positioned against neutral walls in an entrance hall or living area. Complementing the dark walnut timber with contemporary artwork or sculptural ceramics creates an intentional balance between historical and modern elements.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually to preserve the timber finish. Maintain a consistent ambient humidity to prevent wood shrinkage, and keep the piece clear of direct heat sources or prolonged direct sunlight.
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