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Louis XVI Directoire Style Mahogany 4 Drawer Commode Chest of Drawers C. 1940's
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Dimensions - H: 32 1/4 in W: 31 in D: 16 1/4 in
Introduce understated sophistication and timeless beauty into your space with this Louis XVI Directoire style mahogany commode, crafted circa 1940s. This exquisite chest of drawers masterfully captures the restrained elegance and linear grace characteristic of late 18th-century French design, blending the grandeur of Louis XVI neoclassicism with the early simplicity of the Directoire period.
The commode’s clean, architectural lines are beautifully complemented by the richness of its finely figured mahogany wood, which displays a warm, lustrous patina developed over decades. It features four spacious drawers arranged in a balanced, symmetrical form, offering both practical storage and sophisticated style.
Each drawer is adorned with original brass hardware adding just the right touch of refined metallic contrast. The drawers have frame gold gilt decorated and brass borders , while the chest itself rests on elegantly tapered legs, a hallmark of the Louis XVI and Directoire aesthetic.
The minimalist neoclassical silhouette, devoid of excessive ornamentation, allows the fine craftsmanship and natural beauty of the materials to shine. This versatile piece is ideal for use in a master bedroom, refined entryway, grand living room, or formal dining area, offering a seamless fit into traditional, transitional, and even modern interiors seeking a hint of historic sophistication.
A superb example of early 20th-century craftsmanship honoring the grandeur of French historical styles, this commode embodies a balance of formality and simplicity that makes it endlessly timeless. The piece is in good vintage/antique condition with the exception of some light surface scratches and minor imperfections, Minor finish loss and normal age related wear. As to be expected with items of age and use.
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- Dimensions:Height: 32.25 in (81.92 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)
- Style:Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:(e.g. Circa 1940-1949)
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The piece is in good vintage/antique condition with the exception of some light surface scratches and minor imperfections, Minor finish loss and normal age related wear. As to be expected with items of age and use.
- Seller Location:Swedesboro, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8273244770782
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