With its marble top and chiseled bronze fittings, this vintage wooden week-chest in a dark wood finish exudes early 20th-century Louis XV elegance with a refined country feel. Its seven drawers, with limited usable height, discreetly organize underwear, scarves, and small accessories. Rosewood and rosewood-colored wood give it a rich texture, enhanced by bronze details that accentuate its fronts. Placed in a bedroom or entryway, it takes up little floor space while providing practical storage. On the marble top, a ceramic vase and a few antique books create a simple, elegant display.
Length: 63 cm
Width: 38 cm
Height: 124 cm
Drawer height: 11 cm
A brief history of the week-chest
Seven drawers for seven days: that is the promise of the week-chest, which originated in the 18th century to establish a daily organizational ritual. Unlike a classic chest of drawers, it stands tall to offer dedicated storage for each day of the week, from Monday to Sunday. Whether adorned with the precious marquetry of the Louis XV style or the clean lines of 1950s design, it fits into a classic or vintage aesthetic. Often confused with a "chiffonnier" (which has fewer drawers), it remains the centerpiece for optimizing small spaces with historic elegance.
