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French Faux Tortoise Shell Ormolu Mounted Commode, Possibly Jensen

$12,000
£9,272.08
€10,719.40
CA$16,956.87
A$19,018.25
CHF 9,959.57
MX$231,090.34
NOK 126,469.80
SEK 119,902.28
DKK 80,014.72

About the Item

Fine and impressive French Regence style faux tortoise shell ormolu-mounted commode with marble top, mid-20th century. The thick marble top over three long drawers all mounted with gilt bronze handles and front is decorated with a Rocaille ormolu scrolling leaf and shell motif forming a cartouche in the center and flanked by ormolu female figures. The commode is raised on cabriole legs ending in gilt bronze sabots. Possibly by Jensen.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 53 in (134.62 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Style:
    Régence (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Marble,Ormolu,Tortoise Shell,Faux Bois
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Cypress, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU197036481663

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