Antique Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut, 1820

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Description

Age and Origin:

The chest of drawers is likely from around 1820 and originates from Southern Germany.

Material:

The wood … Read more Age and Origin:

The chest of drawers is likely from around 1820 and originates from Southern Germany.

Material:

The wood is walnut veneer.

Dimensions:

Height: approx. 79 cm

Maximum width: approx. 98 cm

Maximum depth: approx. 48 cm

Construction:

The chest of drawers is not designed to be disassembled and consists of a single piece with drawers.

Condition:

Original antique in good, restored condition for its age. Even with restoration, the piece is still around 200 years old and may therefore show signs of age. Photos are part of the auction .

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Antique Biedermeier trumeau chest of drawers (also called a trumeau box) made of walnut, crafted between 1815 and 1830.

Product Details

Wood Type: The cabinet is finished with a particularly vibrant and expressive walnut burl veneer.

Veneer Pattern: A characteristic feature is the mirrored veneer pattern on the front, where the grain is arranged symmetrically to create a harmonious look.

Construction: The piece has a wide top drawer above two doors. Inside, there is one shelf.

Legs: It stands on simple, tapered square feet, typical of Biedermeier elegance.

Hardware: The round ring handles on the drawer and the oval escutcheons are made of brass.

Period and Classification

This type of "trumeau cabinet" was very popular during the Biedermeier period (c. 1815–1848) and was often displayed as a representative piece of furniture in living rooms. Such pieces frequently originate from southern Germany or Austria. See less