Biedermeier chest of drawers, circa 1820, walnut veneer, beautifully mirrored veneer pattern, shellac finish Dimensions: Height 74.5 cm Width 106.5 cm Depth 56.5 cm This two-drawer Biedermeier chest of drawers exemplifies minimalist form and simplicity, a Biedermeier piece in its purest stylistic expression. Expressive walnut veneer, extending across both drawers, is the focal point of this Biedermeier chest of drawers. The strict cubic form and the dominance of the mirrored veneer pattern, along with ebonized escutcheons, provide a striking contrast. The tall, tapered square legs and gently rounded corners lend the chest an air of elegance. A shellac-polished surface beautifully highlights the tone and grain of the veneer.