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19th Century French Marquetry Commode
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19th Century French Marquetry Commode

19th century
Sold 29 January 2025 · Rue des Fontenelles
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Description

19th century French Commode with foliate marquetry detail on the two drawers. The commode has a grey marble top and sits on column legs, which may not be original to the piece.

Dimensions - 50 x 89 x 114 cms

Date of Manufacture

Rue des Fontenelles has dated this French Marquetry Commode to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1045239
Description
19th century French Commode with foliate marquetry detail on the two drawers. The commode has a grey marble top and sits on column legs, which may not be original to the piece.

Dimensions - 50 x 89 x 114 cms

Date of Manufacture

Rue des Fontenelles has dated this French Marquetry Commode to the 19th Century.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1045239
Rue des Fontenelles
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

Specialists in french antiiques, decorative objects and french and european paintings.

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Archive I A nineteenth century French marquetry commode featuring floral wood inlay, two long drawers, and a dark marble top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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A nineteenth century French marquetry commode featuring floral wood inlay, two long drawers, and a dark marble top.
19th Century French Marquetry Commode
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A nineteenth century French marquetry commode featuring floral wood inlay, two long drawers, and a dark marble top.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialWalnut, Fruitwood, Marble
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry inlay, Fluted tapering legs, Escutcheon keyholes, Marble top
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 114 cm (45 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

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French marquetry involves the artful application of small pieces of veneered wood to create intricate pictorial or geometric patterns on the surface of furniture.

These pieces typically feature a solid timber frame, often oak or pine, layered with fine wood veneers such as walnut, mahogany, and fruitwoods, complemented by hand-cut dovetail joints.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, natural ageing in the wood and veneers, irregular hand-forged fixings, and traditional wax finishes rather than modern synthetic lacquers.

An antique commode serves as a striking focal point in modern spaces when paired with minimalist surroundings, contemporary art, or simple ceramic accessories to highlight its craftsmanship.

Maintain antique furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and applying traditional beeswax periodically to nourish the timber.
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