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Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian French Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers
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Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian French Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers

19th century
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Outstanding quality antique Victorian French marble top commode chest of drawers having a pretty and shaped marble top with a moulded edge above 3 outstanding quality kingwood and ormolu mounted drawers with original ornate ormolu handles, shaped sides standing on shape cabriole legs with ormolu mounted feet.

A breathtaking piece having been beautifully crafted to the highest standards. Very decorative and desirable.

We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days. Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 91 cm (35.83 in)

Width 105.5 cm (41.54 in)

Depth 52 cm (20.47 in)

Dated 1850

Physical Dimensions
Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this French Marble Top Commode to the 1850s.

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SA1236991
Dealers Internal Reference
2823
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Description
Outstanding quality antique Victorian French marble top commode chest of drawers having a pretty and shaped marble top with a moulded edge above 3 outstanding quality kingwood and ormolu mounted drawers with original ornate ormolu handles, shaped sides standing on shape cabriole legs with ormolu mounted feet.
fig 1. An antique French style commode chest featuring a dark grey veined marble top, decorative walnut veneers, cast brass mounts, and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian French Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers

A breathtaking piece having been beautifully crafted to the highest standards. Very decorative and desirable.

“
We can offer our own very competitive international shipping with delivery in most cases within 21 days.
London City Antiques

Please ask us for details.

Dimensions:

Height 91 cm (35.83 in)

Width 105.5 cm (41.54 in)

Depth 52 cm (20.47 in)

Dated 1850

Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
105.5cm (41.54")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this French Marble Top Commode to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236991
Dealers Internal Ref
2823
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An antique French style commode chest featuring a dark grey veined marble top, decorative walnut veneers, cast brass mounts, and cabriole legs.
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian French Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Rococo Revival
  • MaterialWalnut, Marble, Ormolu, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Ormolu mounts, Parquetry veneer, Veined marble top
  • SizeH 91 cm (36 in) x W 105.5 cm (42 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

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A French marble top commode is an ornamental chest of drawers originating in 18th-century France, characterized by a thick fitted stone top, veneered timber framework, and decorative cast metal fittings.

These pieces traditionally feature hardwood veneers like walnut, kingwood, or rosewood laid over oak carcasses, finished with variegated marble tops and cast brass or bronze ormolu mounts.

Authentic period examples demonstrate hand-cut dovetail joinery, hand-chased metal mounts, historical wear patterns under the drawers, and marble tops shaped and bevelled by hand.

Place the commode as a focal point in a hallway or living space, contrasting its detailed marquetry and metalwork with clean-lined modern artwork or a simple wall mirror mounted above it.

Dust timber surfaces with a soft microfibre cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly, while cleaning the marble slab using warm water and pH-neutral soap, avoiding acidic substances.
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