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18th C. Transitional Louis XV to Louis XVI Marquetry Marble Topped Commode

About the Item

This very fine formal transitional commode is of the period circa 1770 is crafted from oak secondary woods with tulipwood, kingwood and satinwood veneers. The break front form is enlivened with good quality ormolu mounts which are original and the chest is topped with its original shaped mottled grey and white marble top. The overall impression is one of a rich symmetrical design decorated with gilded floral and ribbon mounts and small flower head pen work designs at the corners of the drawer sections. The chest has 5 drawers three at the top white two larger ones under that while it is crafted to seem to have three drawers. Of excellent quality and in exceptional condition with a new French polish and all mounts clean with working locks and key
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.75 in (83.19 cm)Width: 51.25 in (130.18 cm)Depth: 23.25 in (59.06 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1770
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: french polished. Wear consistent with age and use. The commode has expected wear with some cracking to the veneers but no actual losses or damage to the wood top or mounts.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: 13112281131063

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