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Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-top Commode Chest (C.1880)
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Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-top Commode Chest (C.1880)

19th century
Sold 12 February 2026 · Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
This “Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-top Commode Chest (C.1880)” found a buyer.

It was listed by Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

A superb 19th-century French marquetry commode chest, beautifully inlaid and finished with high-quality gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts.

This example features rich floral marquetry, bookmatched veneers, serpentine front, and its original shaped breccia marble top.

The craftsmanship is exceptional , crisp casting to the gilt bronze mounts, high-quality veneers, and a warm, glowing colour throughout.

The commode offers two deep drawers with plenty of storage and stands on elegant cabriole legs with gilt bronze sabots.

A statement piece of genuine French furniture from the late 19th century.

Condition

In lovely original condition throughout.

All drawers run smoothly; marble top excellent; mounts intact with natural age patina.

Measurements

Height: 86cm

Width: 145cm

Depth: 59cm

Delivery

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Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
145cm (57.09")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Marquetry Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

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SA1181947
Description
A superb 19th-century French marquetry commode chest, beautifully inlaid and finished with high-quality gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts.
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This example features rich floral marquetry, bookmatched veneers, serpentine front, and its original shaped breccia marble top.
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top.
fig 1. Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-top Commode Chest (C.1880)

The craftsmanship is exceptional , crisp casting to the gilt bronze mounts, high-quality veneers, and a warm, glowing colour throughout.

The commode offers two deep drawers with plenty of storage and stands on elegant cabriole legs with gilt bronze sabots.

fig 2. A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top.
fig 2. Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-top Commode Chest (C.1880)

A statement piece of genuine French furniture from the late 19th century.

Condition

In lovely original condition throughout.

All drawers run smoothly; marble top excellent; mounts intact with natural age patina.

fig 3. A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top.
fig 3. Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-top Commode Chest (C.1880)

Measurements

Height: 86cm

Width: 145cm

Depth: 59cm

Delivery

Nationwide delivery available.

International shipping available – please enquire.

Buying antiques online

Clear photos, honest descriptions and fully insured two-man delivery when needed. If anything isn’t as described on arrival, we’ll work with you to put it right quickly.   

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
145cm (57.09")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated this French Marquetry Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1181947
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2012
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Archive I A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-top Commode Chest (C.1880)

Archive II A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top. View II
Archive III A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top.
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Archive VI A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top. View VI
Archive VII A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top. View VII
Archive VIII A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top. View VIII
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Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Telephone 01446 744271 or 07973 734452
Location
Unit 15
Palmers Vale Business Centre
Palmerston Road
Barry
Glamorgan
CF63 2XA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/hawkinsbrothersantiques
Verified Since Oct 2012
Items For Sale 143
Items Sold 950
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top.
Fine 19th Century French Marquetry & Gilt Bronze Marble-Top Commode Chest (c.1880)
Ref: SA1181947
A serpentine front 19th-century French commode featuring floral marquetry wood panels, gilt bronze mounts, and a shaped marble top.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Revival
  • MaterialMarquetry veneer, Gilt bronze, Marble, Hardwood
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Gilt bronze ormolu mounts, Serpentine front, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 145 cm (57 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

FAQs

The Louis XV revival style, prevalent during the 19th century, is characterised by serpentine fronts, asymmetrical curves, floral marquetry patterns, and elaborate gilt bronze or ormolu mounts.

These pieces typically utilise a carcase of oak or pine veneered with exotic and native hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and fruitwoods, hand-cut to form intricate pictorial motifs.

Authenticity is determined by hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional animal-hide glue construction, naturally aged patination on the timber, and hand-chased gilt bronze hardware rather than modern cast metals.

Pairing this piece with minimalist contemporary art or a modern neutral palette creates a striking contrast, allowing the intricate woodwork and metallic mounts to serve as a focal point.

Maintain stable relative humidity levels, keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and clean surfaces periodically with a soft, dry cloth without using silicone-based polishes.
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