Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Chest of Drawers Mid 19th Century

French Louis Philippe chest of drawers, mid-19th century. The wood is burr walnut. Burr walnuts are flamed because they have many aesthetic designs. These designs have very contrasting complex patterns and intertwined veins on a naturally dark background of varying intensities. Thus, burr walnut wonderfully imitates a theater curtain. This chest of drawers is equipped with five drawers, including an upper one called "ogee". It is hidden in the upper belt of the chest of drawers. Another smaller drawer is hidden in the lower part. The drawers are mounted in dovetail, thus ensuring perfect solidity. The drawers can be opened daily and contain many sometimes heavy objects. They slide perfectly. The back of the chest of drawers has solid wood panels, therefore very resistant. The discreet locks do not protrude from the surface. They are made of brass. Each lock has its own key. The chest of drawers is perfectly stable. It rests on low legs that respect the shape of the furniture at the front and are called "pistol" and two straight legs at the back. The top of the chest of drawers is a walnut burl top called "butterfly wing". In the 19th century, all famous houses had a Louis Philippe chest of drawers with simple and elegant lines. The chest of drawers therefore has its place in all the rooms of your house and will be very effective. It will attract attention with the quality of the wood, the softness of its lines. It will bring warmth, relaxation and well-being to your interior. Its creator invites you to understand, to establish an intimate and unique relationship. This piece of furniture passed down from generation to generation is enriched by its history by settling into your interior. In turn, you will bring your piece of the puzzle of your life's history. You will highlight it by playing with its lines. You will arrange your favorite objects on its top. It is a piece of furniture with character.