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Circa 1820 French Restauration Commode in Flame Mahogany, Gilt Bronze Hardware

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Topped by a one-inch thick marble top, this commode has a beautiful mahogany veneer with flame graining and foliate and floral gilt bronze hardware. Hand-carved in France, circa 1820, the stunning chest of drawers is from the Restauration period, which is the transitional era of French history following the first defeat of Napoleon. The gray marble top with white and black veining has a subtle embellishment often seen during the Restauration: rounded front corners. Directly underneath is a drawer with flared tulip molding (molding of Restauration furniture is almost always thin and delicate), with an elaborate rinceaux mount, adorned with a shell, palmettes, and a supple floral swag drop handle. The drawer is segmented into four compartments, allowing the storage of smaller items. Three tiers of taller drawers form the main body, each embellished with a volute leaf keyplate flanked by a pair of swag drop pulls. The apron is also adorned with a lovely bronze mount of a foliate margent with a center rosette that spans between a pair of half-bun feet in the front (the two back feet are blocked). A beautiful example of Restauration period furniture, our flame mahogany commode can be paired with various styles of interior décor.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 52.5 in (133.35 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)
  • Style:
    Restauration (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1820
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Small fills to certain areas of wood and minor touch ups. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good condition. Minor losses and nicks to wood and light scratches to marble. Slight stains to interior of top drawer. Three functional locks, operated by one key with a green tassel. Some wear around drawer pulls commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 423-1211stDibs: LU906337091182

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