Beautiful French Mahogany Commode C1930

Name: Beautiful French Mahogany Commode C1930
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1188412
Availability: SoldOut

1920 - 1940

Sold by Swag Antiques

Description

While it dates to roughly 1930, the style of this beautiful commode is a direct homage to the Louis XVI (Neoclassical) period of the late 18th century.

The "trompe l'oeil" (trick of the eye) drawer configuration —where three long drawers are disguised as six smaller ones—is a classic French cabinet making technique.

It provides the practical storage of a wide commode while maintaining the delicate, symmetrical proportions required by Neoclassical aesthetics. This is achieved using vertical brass "reeds" in the center of the drawer fronts making the commode appear elegant and architectural.

It is a quality piece, made of mahogany , with a lovely thick marble top and beautiful gilded brass fittings. All three locks are working with their keys.

130cm long x 54cm (deep to roundel) x 86cm high

Physical Dimensions

Height

86cm (33.86")

Width

130cm (51.18")

Depth

54cm (21.26")

Declaration

Swag Antiques has dated this piece to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1188412

Dealers Notes

FREE DELIVERY IN ENGLAND/WALES

We have been buying and selling antiques for over 30 years.

We have a wide range of antiques, retro, vintage and decorative pieces in a contemporary setting in our premises in East Sussex.

We source pieces mainly from Europe and the UK and buy

regularly to ensure there is always a good choice of mirrors, furniture and unique pieces.

Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

Paul and Avril

Description

While it dates to roughly 1930, the style of this beautiful commode is a direct homage to the Louis XVI (Neoclassical) period of the late 18th century.

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The "trompe l'oeil" (trick of the eye) drawer configuration —where three long drawers are disguised as six smaller ones—is a classic French cabinet making technique.

Swag Antiques

fig 1. Beautiful French Mahogany Commode c1930 — fig 1. Beautiful French Mahogany Commode C1930

It provides the practical storage of a wide commode while maintaining the delicate, symmetrical proportions required by Neoclassical aesthetics. This is achieved using vertical brass "reeds" in the center of the drawer fronts making the commode appear elegant and architectural.

fig 2. Beautiful French Mahogany Commode c1930 — fig 2. Beautiful French Mahogany Commode C1930

It is a quality piece, made of mahogany , with a lovely thick marble top and beautiful gilded brass fittings. All three locks are working with their keys.

130cm long x 54cm (deep to roundel) x 86cm high