A superb antique French walnut chest of drawers from La Rochelle, dating from around 1800. Beautifully crafted with elegant serpentine drawers, this exceptional piece showcases the refined proportions and understated elegance that define fine French furniture of the period.
The warm walnut has mellowed beautifully over more than two centuries, while exquisite chestnut wood inlays to the top and sides add subtle decorative detail and highlight the skill of the cabinetmaker. Retaining its original brass handles and escutcheons, the chest possesses a wonderful sense of authenticity and timeless appeal.
Unlike many traditional French commodes, this generously proportioned piece was designed with unusually wide drawers, providing storage for longer garments such as trousers. Its impressive width also makes it an ideal statement piece, equally suited to a bedroom, dressing room, entrance hall or elegant sitting room.
Rich in character, craftsmanship and history, this is a piece that will continue to be admired and enjoyed for generations to come.
Dimensions: 162 cm Width x 69 cm Depth x 90 cm Height
Origin: La Rochelle, France
Date: Circa 1800
Material: Walnut with chestnut wood inlays
Three full-width drawers
Original brass handles and escutcheons
Beautiful serpentine drawer fronts
Exceptional cabinetmaking and decorative inlay
Authenticity
Every antique piece at Tallulah Fox has lived a unique life before finding its way to us. Gentle wear, historic repairs, natural patina and the character that comes with age are not imperfections but part of each piece's story, making every item entirely individual. We believe these signs of age are what give antique furniture its warmth, authenticity and enduring appeal.
Why We Love This Piece
This chest perfectly captures the elegance of early 19th century French furniture. We love its generous proportions, beautifully figured walnut, delicate chestnut inlays and graceful serpentine form. The unusually wide drawers make it both distinctive and highly practical, while the original brass hardware and rich patina create a piece with exceptional warmth, history and presence.
SKU: 1686