Early 1900s Boch Frères Commode Chair

Want to impress your friends and make your neighbors just a little jealous? This antique Belgian commode chair is here to do exactly that.

Crafted in the early 1900s, this was once a private chamber seat—yes, a personal toilet—disguised as elegant furniture. Made of rich walnut with turned legs, a scalloped apron, and a woven cane seat, it features a removable top and forged iron hook latch that opens to reveal the real star: a ceramic chamber pot stamped by Boch Frères La Louvière, one of Belgium’s finest ceramic makers of the era.

It’s part furniture, part history, and 100% a conversation piece. Use it as a charming indoor planter, quirky end table, or even just display it as-is. One thing's for sure—it’s not going unnoticed.

Details at a Glance

• Period: Early 1900s (Edwardian era)

• Maker: Boch Frères Keramis, Belgium

• Material: Walnut frame with cane seat and ceramic bowl

• Use: Originally for indoor sanitation—perfect now as decorative furniture or a creative planter!

Dimensions

• Overall Height: 27 ½ inches

• Seat Area: 18" x 21" x 13 ½"

• Ceramic Bowl: 5" x 10" x 17"

Condition

In good antique condition with age-related wear and finish loss. The lid is slightly warped, but still opens and closes securely. The ceramic chamber pot is intact with minor wear. Cane seat is firm. Solid and full of stories.