A Rare 18th Century Louis XV period bombe shaped chestnut provincial commode.
French Circa 1750
Of an unusual curvaceous waisted form having a shaped front (often referred to as arc-en-arbalčte, meaning in English shape of the crossbow) of three solid chestnut graduated drawers each with carved moulded recessed panels, central brass escutcheons and 18th century handles which are period replacements using the same holes. The sides being panelled are united by a shaped apron raised on carved hoof feet.
Of wonderful colour and patination this extremely elegant and rare formed commode will work in most decorative and traditional settings.
Dimensions
Width 49 1/2 inches - 126cm
Height 33 inches - 84cm
Depth 21 3/4 inches - 56.5cm
Loveday Antiques is a family run business originally established since 1969 in London.
Now in its second generation, Loveday Antiques specialises in an eclectic mix of 18th to 20th Century European furniture and works of art, wit
...h a strong emphasis on quality, uniqueness and colour.
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GOODS
All items listed are in excellent condition having been restored using traditional methods by experienced cabinet makers and polishers keeping the original colour and patina wherever possible.
Please bear in mind you may find the usual markings with antique furniture that are commensurate with age which all add to beauty and uniqueness of the item.
VIEWINGS
We have a reputation for being long established antique dealers in London having had showrooms concurrently running in Islington, Chelsea and Ascot. We have relocated our new showroom, due to London overheads, easily reached between A1 or A10 to just outside of Hertford, Hertfordshire.
We will happily arrange for clients to be collected travelling via train. Local stations being Hertford North, Stevenage and Ware, all being a 10 minute drive from us.
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We have more than 40 years experience in supplying Antique furniture to the trade, public and interior designers from all parts of the world so please buy with confidence as we have passed the test of time.Internal Reference: 2715
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1181384
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 84cm (33.1inches)Width is 126cm (49.6inches)Depth is 56.5cm (22.2inches)
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