Description
Elegant and space-efficient late 19th-century French Louis XVI-style mahogany semainier chest, topped with striking breccia marble and fitted with seven drawers for refined storage.
The design reflects neoclassical restraint-clean lines, inset panels, and subtle carved detailing-accented by elegant brass hardware. Its tall, narrow profile makes it ideal for bedrooms, hallways, or any space where storage is needed without visual bulk.
The chest retains its warm, age-earned patina, adding depth and authenticity consistent with well-preserved antique furniture.
Provenance: From the family of the owner's French great-grandmother, passed down through generations.
A timeless and versatile piece-both practical and decorative-suited to traditional and transitional interiors.
Shipping can be arranged directly through Chairish, which offers white-glove delivery options for larger pieces.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition with visible marquetry and veneer losses along multiple drawer edges and side trim, as shown in photos. The marble top is intact with minor surface wear typical of age. Drawers glide smoothly and the piece is structurally sound. Finish retains a warm, authentic patina. A few original marquetry fragments are retained and can be provided for possible restoration.
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Antique Brass Finish, Mahogany, Marble, Veneer
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: France
The design reflects neoclassical restraint-clean lines, inset panels, and subtle carved detailing-accented by elegant brass hardware. Its tall, narrow profile makes it ideal for bedrooms, hallways, or any space where storage is needed without visual bulk.
The chest retains its warm, age-earned patina, adding depth and authenticity consistent with well-preserved antique furniture.
Provenance: From the family of the owner's French great-grandmother, passed down through generations.
A timeless and versatile piece-both practical and decorative-suited to traditional and transitional interiors.
Shipping can be arranged directly through Chairish, which offers white-glove delivery options for larger pieces.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition with visible marquetry and veneer losses along multiple drawer edges and side trim, as shown in photos. The marble top is intact with minor surface wear typical of age. Drawers glide smoothly and the piece is structurally sound. Finish retains a warm, authentic patina. A few original marquetry fragments are retained and can be provided for possible restoration.
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Antique Brass Finish, Mahogany, Marble, Veneer
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: France
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good antique condition with visible marquetry and veneer losses along multiple drawer edges and side trim, as shown in photos. The marble top is intact with minor surface wear typical of age. Drawers glide smoothly and the piece is structurally sound. Finish retains a warm, authentic patina. A few original marquetry fragments are retained and can be provided for possible restoration.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
46 x 30 x 17 in
Late 19th-Century French Louis XVI-Style Mahogany Semainier Chest - Breccia Marble Top, Tall Narrow
Estimate $700-$1,640
Starting Price
$340
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