Walnut Writing Chest Of Drawers, Restoration Period – Part 1 Of The 19th Century

This small walnut writing chest of drawers opens at the waist with a drawer whose front, mounted on an inlaid compass, folds down with brass push buttons to reveal a writing area. The latter, upholstered in olive green leather with corner patterns, gilded and cold-stamped vignettes, is accompanied by two small drawers with a walnut burl front and turned buttons. This piece of furniture also has three identical drawers and a slightly lower drawer forming a plinth. All these drawers, except the latter, are equipped with original functional locks with later keys and bronze-chiseled entries. The whole rests on discreet rounded feet. The top is decorated with a double molding on the edge. The sides are darkened with recessed boards. This chest of drawers will please for its writing function, its size and its storage capacity. ******** Period: 1st Part of the 19th century Excellent condition. Waxed finish. Additional photos available by clicking on the following link: https://www.antiquites-lecomte.com/boutique/commodes/commode-ecritoire-en-noyer-epoque-restauration-1ere-partie-xixe Delivery possible in France and Internationally. Dimensions: Width: 99 cm Depth: 49.5 cm Height: 82 cm Ref: 190224.4