Antique French Neoclassical Louis XVI Marquetry Commode
Antique French Neoclassical Louis XVI Marquetry Commode
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A French marquetry commode from around 1870, its three graduated drawers laid with richly figured flame veneers and framed by stepped geometric inlay in contrasting woods. Cast cameo mounts, each a pair of classical profile portraits under a ribbon crest, give the front its character. The grey veined marble top and slender tapering legs on brass sabots keep the whole piece light despite its scale.
This commode is in good antique condition, structurally sound and standing squarely. The construction is honest to its period: oak-lined drawers with hand-cut dovetails, a planked oak back, and oxidation consistent with age throughout the interior and underside. The flame-figured veneers are largely intact with strong color and figure. There is a small area of veneer loss and a short check to the inlay at one lower drawer corner, disclosed and shown in the photos. Expected minor lifting and old shrinkage may be present at veneer edges. The cast cameo mounts and escutcheons are complete across all three drawers. The lock is present and has been tested; it works with the original key, which is included. The grey veined marble top is intact with surface scratches and a few small stains visible in raking light, and light edge wear consistent with age; buyer should confirm they are satisfied with the marble on inspection. Surface has been cleaned and waxed, not stripped or refinished to bare wood. Species is assessed from figure and secondary wood, not laboratory-confirmed. Date is a construction-based estimate; there is no maker's mark. Dimensions are approximate. This is a large marble-top case piece requiring white-glove freight. Sold as-is with photos forming part of the description.
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