Description
This diminutive size small dresser is known as a commode chest historically, but today we might more closely compare it to a large or oversize night stand. Made of solid wood with a painted finish, in the very late 19th century to early 20th century, these were like a cross between a washstand & a dresser. Just slightly larger than a washstand, they lack the compartment with a door. They have drawers only, like a narrow size dresser. & before indoor plumbing was the norm, this is where you might have washed up & dressed for the day. Versatile space savers for today's decor, they fit easily in small spaces in a variety of decor scenarios from traditional colonial, farmhouse & Victorian to more modern contemporary or minimalist settings. With its clean lines & detailed foliage painted across the entire facade, it is very much a focal point & conversation piece without being too overstated. It has 3 drawers for storage & is very sturdy. The lack of veneer or plywoods tells me the piece is probably earlier - more like 1880s or 1890s, but it is possible it could have been made after 1900. & the species of wood tells me it was likely always a painted piece of furniture that might have been part of a larger bedroom set. The current painted finish is not original to the piece, but it does seem to have some age to it, enough to consider it a vintage painted finish. I listed the color as yellow, although I think it was intended to be a cream with some motley effect & discolorations. The paint has quite a bit of chipping effect on the left side more than the other, which adds to its antique character. There is a small chip out of the wood trim toward the bottom left corner. This piece is ready for use, & the small size makes it ideal for easy, inexpensive shipping. The shipping is optional, & you are welcome to pick it up at a lower price point. It's in overall good condition with flaws around the edges consistent with this style & age of furniture. Some wear in the finish around the edges, especially feet. The drawers glide easily as they were made to do. NEW DELIVERY OPTIONS: To order, simply choose the pickup or shipping option that fits your location from the pull-down menu. Buyer pickup: means the purchaser will handle all shipping arrangements at no cost to the seller. You can pick up in person, or hire your own moving firm or courier. We recommend the Uship website for this purpose. Warehouse pickup locations are in post codes 08886 or 08865. The buyer is also responsible for the condition & safety of the item once it leaves this home warehouse location. The seller is NOT responsible for the safety of the goods in transit in this option. The buyer purchases both shipping & insurance outside of Etsy, & If it is damaged, no refunds are available through the seller or Etsy. East Coast delivery: means any location of the eastern US that is EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER. If your delivery location is the Eastern half of the US, choose this option to have
