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Antique French Marble Top Bombe Commode Owned by Lilly Langtree
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Antique French Marble Top Bombe Commode Owned by Lilly Langtree

19th century
Sold 17 March 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A stunning antique French marble top bombe commode owned by Lilly Langtree. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1850’s period.

As an antique piece of furniture in its own right, it is a wonderful item, the quality is outstanding and it is beautifully designed. The provenance makes it even more interesting, this was believed to have been owned by Lilly Langtree, the famous English socialite and actress, we do have documentation to support this.

The chest itself is a great size, with extremely fine gilt bronze ormolu mounts and an amazing rouge marble top.

We have had it re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 61 inches , 155 cm

Depth – 26 inches , 65 cm

Height – 36 inches , 90 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this French Bombe Commode to the 1850s.

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SA1121070
Dealers Internal Reference
9850
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A stunning antique French marble top bombe commode owned by Lilly Langtree. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1850’s period.
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As an antique piece of furniture in its own right, it is a wonderful item, the quality is outstanding and it is beautifully designed.
Marylebone Antiques

The provenance makes it even more interesting, this was believed to have been owned by Lilly Langtree, the famous English socialite and actress, we do have documentation to support this.

fig 1. An antique French bombe commode featuring a shaped marble top, sweeping curved wooden body, and ornate brass ormolu mounts.
fig 1. Antique French Marble Top Bombe Commode Owned by Lilly Langtree

The chest itself is a great size, with extremely fine gilt bronze ormolu mounts and an amazing rouge marble top.

We have had it re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 61 inches , 155 cm

Depth – 26 inches , 65 cm

Height – 36 inches , 90 cm

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
155cm (61.02")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this French Bombe Commode to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1121070
Dealers Internal Ref
9850
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique French bombe commode featuring a shaped marble top, sweeping curved wooden body, and ornate brass ormolu mounts.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRococo
  • MaterialMahogany, Marble, Ormolu
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBombe curves, Ormolu mounts, Serpentine apron, Book-matched veneer
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 155 cm (61 in) x D 65 cm (26 in)

FAQs

A bombe commode is a distinct style of chest of drawers characterised by its convex, swelling curves and bulging sides, which originated in France during the Baroque and Rococo periods.

These pieces typically feature solid timber frames with fine veneer marquetry, often topped with shaped marble slabs and embellished with cast gilt bronze or brass mounts known as ormolu.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional timber shrinkage patterns, the quality of the bronze mounts, and tool marks on the underside and drawer linings.

A bombe commode serves as a striking focal point in contemporary spaces, often paired with minimalist modern art above to create a balanced contrast between ornate historical craftsmanship and clean lines.

Maintain the timber using microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish, keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight, and clean the marble top using a damp cloth without acidic cleaners.
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