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Large French Marquetry Commode Chest of Drawers
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Large French Marquetry Commode Chest of Drawers

1900 - 1920
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Very good French marquetry two drawer commode chest of drawers on the large size, ormolu handles and mounts, and a stunning marble top, in very good overall condition.

36" high

52" wide

22" depth

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You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this French Marquetry Bombe Commode to the 1920s.

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Very good French marquetry two drawer commode chest of drawers on the large size, ormolu handles and mounts, and a stunning marble top, in very good overall condition.

36" high

52" wide

22" depth

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

fig 1. A French Louis XV style bombe commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, bronze mounts, curved legs, and a brown marble top.
fig 1. Large French Marquetry Commode Chest of Drawers

EXCLUDES SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

FOR EUROPEAN AND WORLDWIDE DELIVERIES PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE

You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

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Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham).
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

Date of Manufacture

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this French Marquetry Bombe Commode to the 1920s.

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Archive I A French Louis XV style bombe commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, bronze mounts, curved legs, and a brown marble top.

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A French Louis XV style bombe commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, bronze mounts, curved legs, and a brown marble top.
Large French Marquetry Commode Chest of Drawers
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A French Louis XV style bombe commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay, bronze mounts, curved legs, and a brown marble top.
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  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleFrench Louis XV
  • MaterialKingwood, Walnut, Ormolu, Marble
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Ormolu mounts, Bombe shape, Cabriole legs

This large French Louis XV style commode chest of drawers from the 1920 period brings a classic antique presence to a drawing room or a grand bedroom. The piece is formed with a bombe shape, supported by curving cabriole legs and fitted with a brown variegated marble top. The timber surfaces display warm brown tones complemented by intricate floral marquetry inlay in a central medallion, geometric veneer patterns, and detailed ormolu mounts alongside matching bronze handles. Two drawers provide storage capacity while cast ormolu decorative elements adorn the corners, apron, and drawer borders. Overall condition is very good with clean timber finishes and intact hardware. Measuring 91 cm high, 132 cm wide, and 56 cm deep, this chest serves as a striking focal point against a wall in a sophisticated interior setting.

FAQs

Louis XV style commodes are characteristically designed with curved silhouettes, including bombe or serpentine fronts, supported by cabriole legs. They feature elaborate floral or geometric marquetry using contrasting wood veneers, complemented by heavy gilt-bronze mounts and fitted marble tops.

These pieces typically utilise fine exotic veneers such as kingwood, rosewood, walnut, and tulipwood laid over a solid oak or pine frame. Decorative elements include cast ormolu (gilt bronze) handles and escutcheons, capped with cut and polished native French marble tops.

Authentic period techniques feature hand-sawn wood veneers, hand-chased bronze castings with visible pins or original threadings, and hand-dovetailed drawer joinery. The underside and back panels generally display uneven saw marks and original pine or oak substructures.

A bombe commode functions well as a focal point in an entry hall, drawing room, or master suite. Contrast its elaborate curves and gilded hardware by pairing it with neutral wall finishes, contemporary abstract artwork, or minimalist decorative accessories.

Keep the wood veneer away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity to prevent lifted inlay. Dust the surface with a soft dry cloth, clean the marble top with pH-neutral stone cleaner, and avoid harsh abrasive polishes on the gilt-bronze mounts.
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