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18th Century French Louis XV/Transition Marquetry Gilt Bronze Commode

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18th Century French Louis XV/Transition Marquetry Gilt Bronze Commode An 18th century gilt bronze-mounted marquetry transition style commode with a moulded marble top above two long drawers, each veneered à deux faces and inlaid with geometric strapwork, with canted corners applied with gilt bronze mounts, with a shaped apron mounted with gilt bronze rocaille and foliage motif, on cabriole legs with gilt bronze sabots. Each drawer covered inside with rose colored fabric. Fine Louis XV/Transition period commode or chest of drawers with beautiful proportions and a fine and lively marquetry Marble plate and bronze mounts added later to give the commode a fresher look.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.68 in (83 cm)Width: 44.49 in (113 cm)Depth: 21.26 in (54 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Marble,Wood,Gilt,Marquetry
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1760-1769
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1760
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Marble top later addition (presumably end of 19th century).
  • Seller Location:
    Berlin, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1027413851291
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