Louis Philippe style chest of drawers in burr walnut, late 19th century

French Louis Philippe chest of drawers, late 19th century, burr walnut. The burr walnut is flamed because it has many aesthetic designs. These designs have very contrasting complex patterns and intertwined veins on a naturally dark background of varying intensities. This chest of drawers is equipped with four drawers. 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 entrances are made of brass and are in the shape of a heart. These entrances are later than the chest of drawers. The key opens the four drawers and is in working order. The chest of drawers is perfectly stable. It rests on low feet that respect the shape of the furniture at the front and are called "skid feet" and two straight feet at the back. This chest of drawers has a very beautiful patina, aged by time. Its appearance is soft and romantic. The top and sides of the chest of drawers are made of solid walnut. The back of the chest of drawers is made of solid wood panels, which are therefore very resistant. In the 19th century, all famous houses had a Louis Philippe chest of drawers with simple and elegant lines. The reign of Louis Philippe made cabinetmakers happy. They valued large smooth surfaces, worked and selected the veneer in order to obtain the most beautiful patterns. 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 and 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.