Louis XIV period commode with character marquetry and Ducal attributes, circa 1700
A magnificent and rare commode circa 1700, with a curved front opening to four drawers on three rows.
Our chest of drawers features superb inlaid walnut, thuja, ash, sycamore, elm, and ebony fillets. The wooden top is richly inlaid with scrolls, with a medallion bust in the center. The rounded jambs are richly inlaid with medallions in the shape of a reserve, fleur-de-lys, and stylized letters, and feature straight legs. The drawers are inlaid with scrolls and ducal crowns in filleted frames. The sides are inlaid with geometric figures of helices and lozenges. The apron is inlaid with a monogram, certainly an indication of the commode's owner around 1700. Very fine and rare period locks with functional keys, and drop handles with ormolu foliage supports.
This magnificent commode, most likely from the Dauphiné region and dating from the Louis XIV period, is unrivalled in its marquetry and high-quality manufacturing.
Sizes: H 32.28 In. - W 51.18 In. - D 25.59 In.
In excellent condition, our chest of drawers has been varnished in our workshops.
