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Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820
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Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Gilt and Gesso
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Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820.

An impressive 3 drawer Biedermeier chest commode, an early 19th century Southern Germany Empire chest of drawers, constructed from well figured cherrywood with imposing bronze handles, measuring 128cm wide.

A very fine antique chest commode, structurally excellent, just back from our workshop to address any loose joints and some minor veneer losses, otherwise untouched and showing evidence of its timeworn appearance, patination which adds authenticity and character.

Arranged as 1 shallow over 2 deep drawers, complemented with twin ebonised columns and further ebonised upper and lower edges.

A striking and versatile chest commode for a day or bedroom, hallway or kitchen breakfast room etc.., a superbly stylish Empire chest commode of elegant proportions.

Dimensions

Width 128cm

Depth 63cm

Height 78cm

A splendid antique chest commode of considerable decorative appeal, both function and form that can enhance a classic or contemporary space.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of the M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery for £75, please enquire for Scotland.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Biedermeier Cherrywood Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
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SA1163015
Description
Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820.

An impressive 3 drawer Biedermeier chest commode, an early 19th century Southern Germany Empire chest of drawers, constructed from well figured cherrywood with imposing bronze handles, measuring 128cm wide.

fig 1. An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles.
fig 1. Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820

A very fine antique chest commode, structurally excellent, just back from our workshop to address any loose joints and some minor veneer losses, otherwise untouched and showing evidence of its timeworn appearance, patination which adds authenticity and character.

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Arranged as 1 shallow over 2 deep drawers, complemented with twin ebonised columns and further ebonised upper and lower edges.
Gilt and Gesso
fig 2. An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles.
fig 2. Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820

A striking and versatile chest commode for a day or bedroom, hallway or kitchen breakfast room etc.., a superbly stylish Empire chest commode of elegant proportions.

Dimensions

Width 128cm

Depth 63cm

Height 78cm

fig 3. An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles.
fig 3. Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820

A splendid antique chest commode of considerable decorative appeal, both function and form that can enhance a classic or contemporary space.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

fig 4. An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles.
fig 4. Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of the M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charges, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery for £75, please enquire for Scotland.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Biedermeier Cherrywood Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
63cm (24.80")
Reference Numbers
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SA1163015
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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Archive I An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820

Archive II An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View II
Archive III An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles.
Archive V An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View V
Archive VI An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View VI
Archive VII An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View VII
Archive VIII An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View VIII
Archive IX An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View IX
Archive X An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View X
Archive XI An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View XI
Archive XII An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View XII
Archive XIII An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View XIII
Archive XIV An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View XIV
Archive XV An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles. View XV
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An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles.
Early 19th Century Cherrywood Biedermeier 3 Drawer Commode Chest 128cm, C1820
Ref: SA1163015
An early nineteenth-century Biedermeier three-drawer commode featuring warm cherrywood veneers, ebonised side columns, and decorative brass ring handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleBiedermeier
  • MaterialCherrywood, Ebonised Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsEbonised pilasters, Brass ring handles, Three drawers, Escutcheon keyholes
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 128 cm (50 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

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Emerging in Central Europe between 1815 and 1848, Biedermeier furniture prioritised clean lines, geometric simplicity, and the innate beauty of native wood veneers over ornate embellishment.

Craftsmen predominantly utilised light-toned native hardwoods such as cherrywood, birch, fruitwood, and walnut, frequently contrasting them with ebonised structural elements and polished brass hardware.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut dovetail joints, solid wood drawer linings showing natural age, original lock mechanisms, and light structural wear consistent with early 19th-century cabinetmaking.

Its architectural simplicity and minimalist profile allow a Biedermeier commode to function as a focal point in contemporary, transitional, or classic interiors alongside neutral textiles and structured lighting.

Regular dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and occasional application of high-grade beeswax polish will protect the wood finish while avoiding exposure to direct sunlight or sudden humidity changes.
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