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Large Spanish Oak Commode
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Large Spanish Oak Commode

18th century
For Sale by Arcadia Antiques
Description

Large 18th Century Spanish oak four drawer commode. Great scale and a wonderful colour.

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
174cm (68.50")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Declaration

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Spanish Oak Commode to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126064
Dealers Internal Reference
8798
Description
Large 18th Century Spanish oak four drawer commode. Great scale and a wonderful colour.
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
174cm (68.50")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Antique Spanish Oak Commode to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126064
Dealers Internal Ref
8798
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Archive I A large dark brown Spanish oak commode featuring deep geometric drawer mouldings, central lock escutcheons, and iron drop handles.

Large Spanish Oak Commode

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Telephone 07768 666 833 or 01926 611923
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Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL
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A large dark brown Spanish oak commode featuring deep geometric drawer mouldings, central lock escutcheons, and iron drop handles.
Large Spanish Oak Commode
Ref: SA1126064
A large dark brown Spanish oak commode featuring deep geometric drawer mouldings, central lock escutcheons, and iron drop handles.
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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleSpanish Baroque
  • MaterialOak, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGeometric moulding, wrought iron handles, lock escutcheons, panelled sides
  • SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 174 cm (69 in) x D 65 cm (26 in)

This large 18th-century Spanish Baroque commode is rendered in solid oak with a rich dark brown timber tone. The substantial chest of drawers displays a rectangular top above a bank of four graduated drawers framed by deep geometric mouldings. The upper tier comprises two smaller side-by-side drawers fitted with small turned wooden knobs and central keyhole escutcheons, flanked by an applied vertical carved diamond motif on the central stile. The lower two long drawers incorporate wrought iron drop handles with decorative backplates alongside matching central lock escutcheons. The piece stands on short straight stile feet supporting the heavy moulded base. Practical storage proportions measure 110 cm high, 174 cm wide, and 65 cm deep. This imposing storage cabinet suits a gentleman's library or a spacious master bedroom, functioning as a commanding focal point while providing deep drawer capacity for daily use.

FAQs

A traditional Spanish oak commode is a substantial low storage chest featuring multiple drawers, heavily influenced by 17th- and 18th-century Iberian design. These pieces typically exhibit strong geometric panel moulding, thick solid oak construction, and hand-forged wrought iron hardware.

Spanish commodes were predominantly constructed using native hard woods such as solid oak or walnut, secured with hand-cut dovetail joints and wooden pegs. Decorative elements include hand-carved geometric drawer fronts, panelled sides, and hand-hammered iron handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces display evidence of historical craftsmanship, such as irregular tool marks, hand-carved mouldings, and authentic oxidisation on iron hardware. Look for natural shrinkage in the wood panels and genuine wear around keyholes and drawer runners consistent with centuries of use.

A heavy oak commode serves as an anchoring statement piece in entryways, living rooms, or bedrooms. Balancing its dark, textured wood with minimalist contemporary artwork, light linen upholstery, or modern ceramic decorative objects creates a compelling visual contrast.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood and maintain its patina. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber warping or splitting.
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