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French Louis XVI Period Painted Oak Chest Of Drawers Commode

$4,500
£3,428.31
€3,952.98
CA$6,297.66
A$7,036.58
CHF 3,680.91
MX$86,291.08
NOK 47,035.09
SEK 44,601.73
DKK 29,503.22
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A stunning period Louis XVI (1774-1793) French commode in the original paint finish. Hand-crafted in France in the 18th century, exceptionally executed in refined luxurious Neoclassical Louis XVI taste, having a rectangular white marble top over conforming solid oak wood case with canted corners in beautifully aged heavily distressed polychrome painted finish. Fitted with six dovetailed drawers, rising on turned toupie feet in the front and block feet in the rear. circa 1880s Patina Perfection! This remarkable antique is a wonderful way to add sophisticated antique character, elegant rustic warmth, rich historical depth, and interesting old world European charm to any space. Versatile: As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a bedroom commode - dresser, dining sideboard server or buffet table, credenza, oversized hall console, to name just a few. Dimensions: (approx) 34.5" High, 44.5" Wide, 21" Deep Condition Report: Great shape overall, especially considering it's nearly 240 years old. Highly desirable original unrestored antique condition. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound, with beautifully aged heavily distressed warm rustic patina. Wear consistent with age and use, including chippy paint finish losses throughout, numerous holes drilled into the marble top, locks removed. Overall a superb example, that presents wonderfully, delivered cleaned, waxed, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 44.5 in (113.03 cm)Depth: 21 in (53.34 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Great original unrestored antique condition w/nicely aged heavily distressed patina. Wear consistent with 240 years of age & use, including chippy paint losses throughout, numerous holes drilled into marble top, antique character marks throughout.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977234271232

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