A Parisian Louis XVI Commode

Stock ID: 14305

Reference No: CL35

A French Napoleon III period, Louis XVI style rosewood parquetry inlaid commode chest of drawers retaining the original, shaped and moulded-edge 'Breche' marble top and fitted with its original gilt brass 'ring' handles, key escutcheons and 'sabot' feet. The stepped front is decorated with inlaid timbers in the shape of an urn overflowing with flowers. This commode was made with  fine workmanship typical of cabinetmaking workshops of the Parisian 'Faubourg Saint Antoine'. The colour of the inlaid timbers have acquired a soft tonality over time.  Area of Paris, circa 1870. 

Condition report: Complete and in excellent and original condition. Please feel free to ask for a restoration quote from our workshop.

Dimensions: Width 77 x depth 48.5 cm, height 78 cm.

Status: Sold