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An early 19th century French Empire Period miniature semainier chest finished in rich matched flame walnut veneers. Designed with seven …
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An early 19th century French Empire Period miniature semainier chest finished in rich matched flame walnut veneers. Designed with seven dovetailed drawers (one for each day of the week) with shield-shaped brass lock escutcheons and simple circular pull knobs. The top frieze drawer is subtly integrated directly into the upper molding crown. Achitectural style defined by straight masculine lines, inspired by ancient Greek and Roman design elements. Detached turned tapered solid walnut columns with cast brass mounts featuring classical ring capitals and bases. Block plinth feet. No key and top drawer missing a lock. These miniature chests were historically crafted as a meuble de maîtrise by a guild apprentice to demonstrate technical proficiency, or used as a traveling salesman's sample. Perfect for storing treasured objects or for use as a jewelry box or men's valet. Circa 1800-1820
Dimensions: 19"H x 10.75"W x 7"D
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- Dimensions
- 10.75ʺW × 7ʺD × 19ʺH
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age and use Wear consistent with age and use less
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