Antique Sicilian Commode Chest Parquetry, circa 1780

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About the Item

This is a wonderful antique Sicilian commode, circa 1780 in date. It is made from the finest kingwood, inlaid with olive, walnut and fruit wood, has striking serpentine front and sides, and is smothered in the most wonderful inlaid parquetry decoration. The commode features beautiful original brass handles and stands on elegant cabriole legs. With original locks and working key. Condition: In really excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation of condition. Dimensions in cm: Height 96 x Width 109 x Depth 50 Dimensions in inches: Height 3 feet, 1.8 inches x Width 3 feet, 6.9 inches x Depth 1 foot, 7.7 inches Kingwood is a classic furniture wood, almost exclusively used for inlays on very fine furniture. Occasionally it is used in the solid for small items and turned work, including parts of billiard cues, e.g., those made by John Parris. It is brownish-purple with many fine darker stripes and occasional irregular swirls. Occasionally it contains pale streaks of a similar colour to sapwood. The wood is very dense and hard and can be brought to a spectacular finish. it turns well but due to its density and hardness can be difficult to work with hand tools. It also has a tendency to blunt the tools due to its abrasive properties. Parquetry - is a geometric mosaic of wood pieces used for decorative effect. The two main uses of parquetry are as veneer patterns on furniture and block patterns for flooring. Parquet patterns are entirely geometrical and angular—squares, triangles, lozenges. The word derives from the Old French parchet (the diminutive of parc), literally meaning "a small enclosed space". Large diagonal squares known as parquet de Versailles were introduced in 1684 as parquet de menuiserie ("woodwork parquet") to replace the marble flooring that required constant washing, which tended to rot the joists beneath the floors. Such parquets en lozange were noted by the Swedish architect Daniel Cronström at Versailles and at the Grand Trianon in 1693. Timber contrasting in color and grain, such as oak, walnut, cherry, lime, pine, maple etc. are sometimes employed; and in the more expensive kinds the richly coloured mahogany and sometimes other tropical hardwoods are also used. Our reference: 05743

Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
18th Century and Earlier
Date of Manufacture:
c. 1780
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 057431stDibs: LU95061173368

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