Sold 13 February 2025 · The Vintage Interiors

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Description

This lovely carved oak french chest of drawers is offered in very good condition.

The chest has been stripped and bleached for a contemporary look.

The chest has three carved drawers with original brass handles.

The dimensions are

1100 mm overall width

480 mm overall depth

830 mm overall height

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Interiors has dated this French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

83cm (32.68")

Width

110cm (43.31")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1110421

Dealers Internal Reference

VI 1209

Description

This lovely carved oak french chest of drawers is offered in very good condition.

The chest has been stripped and bleached for a contemporary look.

The chest has three carved drawers with original brass handles.

The dimensions are

1100 mm overall width

480 mm overall depth

830 mm overall height

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Interiors has dated this French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

83cm (32.68")

Width

110cm (43.31")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1110421

Dealers Internal Ref

VI 1209

About the Dealer

The Vintage Interiors

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Vintage Interiors Profile Page

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A rectangular bleached oak chest of drawers featuring three horizontal drawers with carved floral motifs and brass handles, set on cabriole legs.

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The Vintage Interiors

Telephone 01925 652409

Location

Unit 6
St Peters Way
Warrington
WA2 7BT
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/vintageinteriors

Verified Since Jun 2013

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectChests of Drawers
Period1900 - 1920
StyleFrench Provincial
MaterialOak, Brass
ColourLight Brown
MotifsHand-carved floral panels, Cabriole legs, Scalloped apron, Cast brass handles
SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 110 cm (43 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

French provincial commodes originated in the 18th century in the regions outside Paris, where local cabinetmakers adapted court styles into sturdier, functional furniture pieces for regional homes.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid regional hardwoods like oak or chestnut, featuring traditional joinery such as dovetail drawers and hand-carved decorative motifs.

Authenticity is identified by hand-cut dovetailing, tool marks from period construction, uniform patination, and traditional hardware fixtures rather than modern machine-made fittings.

A bleached oak chest pairs effectively with neutral linen textures, minimalist modern mirrors, and contemporary lighting to balance historical charm with a clean aesthetic.

Preserve antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying natural beeswax to maintain the finish.