SOLD Victorian Burl Walnut Marble Top Half Commode – 1880s Antique Cabinet

This handsome Victorian half commode dates to the 1880s and features a beautiful burl walnut panel on the drawer and cabinet door, a crisp white and gray marble top, and all the right elements of late 19th-century craftsmanship.

It measures 18.5 inches wide, 17.5 inches deep, and 31.5 inches tall overall. The dovetailed drawer measures approximately 13 inches wide, 11.5 inches deep, and 4 inches tall. The cabinet interior measures 16 inches wide by 14 inches deep and 17 inches tall, divided by a removable interior shelf that sits 9 inches off the base of the cabinet.

The top drawer is framed with applied molding and features a beautiful turned brass knob with decorative embossed backplate. The craftsmanship is excellent, with hand-cut dovetails that are especially well-executed. Beneath the drawer, a paneled cabinet door is fitted with a molded surround and a rich burl walnut insert, matching the drawer detail. Inside the cabinet, a two-tier interior provides flexible storage for bedroom or hallway essentials.

The plinth-style base has softly rounded corners and a clean, molded edge, lending the piece a grounded, architectural presence. The white marble top has gently rounded corners and a beveled edge, with soft gray veining throughout.

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Condition:

This piece is in very good antique condition overall, with minor imperfections consistent with age:
• Some crazing is visible in the burl walnut panels on the drawer and door.
• A small piece of molding is missing from the cabinet base; we will have this professionally restored for you at no extra charge—just remind us at the time of purchase.
• There’s a small dent or chip in the wood underneath the marble top, which is not visible unless the top is removed.
• Some light finish wear is visible where the drawer pull has made contact over time.
• There’s a small paint or stain splatter on the base, which does not detract from its appearance.
• The marble top shows minor discoloration, faint scratches, and a few dings, all consistent with typical wear for a piece over 140 years old.

Despite these minor age-related flaws, this commode is solid, attractive, and full of Victorian character. The burl walnut panels are particularly striking, and the construction is tight and sound throughout.

This would make a wonderful nightstand, hallway cabinet, or accent piece in any room where you’d like to add warmth, history, and high-quality Victorian charm.

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Shipping starts at $165.00 for a driveway delivery in New England. Deliveries outside New England will incur additional delivery charges, which will increase shipping charges, especially if you’re on the West Coast. PLEASE EMAIL US BEFORE BUYING THIS ITEM TO OBTAIN A QUOTE FOR ADDITIONAL SHIPPING CHARGES OUTSIDE NEW ENGLAND. Thank you!! ?