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Antique Victorian Quality French Parquetry Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers
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Antique Victorian Quality French Parquetry Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers

19th century
Sold 14 February 2025 · London City Antiques
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Antique Victorian quality French parquetry marble top commode chest of drawers having a serpentine shaped marble top with a moulded edge above 3 serpentine shaped quality kingwood and parquetry inlaid drawers with fantastic original ornate ormolu handles and escutcheons, parquetry inlaid bombe shaped sides standing on shaped splayed legs with ornate ormolu mounts united by a shaped apron with ormolu mounts

A beautiful example of exceptional quality and design displaying wonderful colours

Dimensions:

Height 95 cm (37.40 in)

Width 121 cm (47.63 in)

Depth 54 cm (21.25 in)

Date 1880

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this French Parquetry Commode Chest to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1114768
Dealers Internal Reference
1981
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Description
Antique Victorian quality French parquetry marble top commode chest of drawers having a serpentine shaped marble top with a moulded edge above 3 serpentine shaped quality kingwood and parquetry inlaid drawers with fantastic original ornate ormolu handles and escutcheons, parquetry inlaid bombe shaped sides standing on shaped splayed legs with ornate ormolu mounts united by a shaped apron with ormolu mounts

A beautiful example of exceptional quality and design displaying wonderful colours

Dimensions:

Height 95 cm (37.40 in)

Width 121 cm (47.63 in)

Depth 54 cm (21.25 in)

Date 1880

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this French Parquetry Commode Chest to the 1880s.

Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1114768
Dealers Internal Ref
1981
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique serpentine-fronted French commode featuring intricate wood parquetry, a shaped beige marble top, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An antique serpentine-fronted French commode featuring intricate wood parquetry, a shaped beige marble top, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts.
Antique Victorian Quality French Parquetry Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers
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An antique serpentine-fronted French commode featuring intricate wood parquetry, a shaped beige marble top, and ornate gilt-bronze mounts.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialHardwood, Parquetry Veneer, Marble, Gilt Bronze
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsParquetry veneer, Serpentine front, Gilt-bronze mounts, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 121 cm (48 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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The commode evolved in France during the late 17th and 18th centuries from low cupboards into sophisticated drawer chests, becoming a staple of formal interior design throughout Europe.

Authentic pieces typically feature solid oak or pine carcases veneered with exotic hardwoods arranged in geometric parquetry or marquetry patterns, topped with heavy slab marble and fitted with cast or chased gilt-bronze mounts.

Authentication involves examining the hand-cut dovetail joints, the type of secondary wood used inside the drawers, the natural ageing and oxidisation of the veneers, and the hand-finished quality of the metal mounts.

This piece works effectively as a focal point in a living room or hallway, paired with minimal modern art or a simple sculptural lamp to contrast the ornate historical details against a neutral backdrop.

Maintain the finish by avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity fluctuations, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and using specialist wax sparingly on the wood while keeping the marble surface sealed against acid stains.
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