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Vintage 1925 John Widdicomb French
Provincial Burl Walnut 4-Drawer Lowboy
Commode Chest - Grand Rapids
Provenance
This elegant circa 1925 …
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Vintage 1925 John Widdicomb French
Provincial Burl Walnut 4-Drawer Lowboy
Commode Chest - Grand Rapids
Provenance
This elegant circa 1925 John Widdicomb French Provincial lowboy/commode chest embodies the peak craftsmanship of Grand Rapids' "Furniture City" era. Crafted in rich burl walnut veneer with beautifully figured grain, it features a serpentine case, classic cabriole legs, and original ornate brass ring pulls with rococo-inspired escutcheons. The top drawer (s) showcase charming hand-painted floral motifs (roses and blooms in soft oranges/greens), adding a delicate decorative touch typical of early 20th-century Provincial reproductions.
Dimensions: 38” W × 22 1/8" D x 42” H (44" H to back tab for wall stability or optional mirror attachment)
Materials: Burl walnut veneer over solid secondary woods; original brass hardware Condition: Original vintage finish with authentic patina-surface scratches, water rings/haze, and light scuffs on the top (from normal use); minor edge/finish wear and chipping on molded borders (consistent with
100-year age, no major veneer loss or structural issues). Drawers glide smoothly with built-in dividers for organization.
Provenance & Details:
• Authentic The Widdicomb Furniture Co.
paper label inside drawer + "MADE IN
Grand Rapids" mark.
• Clear factory inspection stamp
"INSPECTED DEC 15 1925" (with JAN
1925 notes) on top drawer bottom.
• Interior bottom drawer stamped "66"
(likely style/batch code).
• Additional faint "35" (or "385") marker
On back-hallmarks of early John Widdicomb production tracking.
A rare, documented 1920s example from John Widdicomb (founded 1897 as a high-end offshoot), this versatile piece works beautifully as a bedroom dresser, entry console, or hall storage. Perfect for transitional, eclectic, or traditional interiors seeking genuine American heirloom quality.
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- Dimensions
- 38ʺW × 22ʺD × 44ʺH
- Styles
- French Provincial
- Brand
- John Widdicomb
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Chestnut
- Condition Notes
- Original vintage finish with authentic patina-surface scratches, water rings/haze, and light scuffs on the top (from normal use); minor edge/finish … moreOriginal vintage finish with authentic patina-surface scratches, water rings/haze, and light scuffs on the top (from normal use); minor edge/finish wear and chipping on molded borders (consistent with 100-year age, no major veneer loss or structural issues). Drawers glide smoothly with built-in dividers for organization. less
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