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Early Italian Marquetry Commode/ Chest of Drawers
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Early Italian Marquetry Commode/ Chest of Drawers

19th century
Description

A charming early 19th-century Italian marquetry inlaid commode, presented in excellent antique condition and retaining its original key. Beautifully veneered in richly figured mahogany, the top is centred by an oval floral marquetry panel surrounded by delicate scrolling inlay and crossbanding.

Arranged with two short drawers above three graduated long drawers, the chest is decorated throughout with satinwood and tulipwood marquetry depicting scrolling foliage, floral garlands and elegant neoclassical motifs. The sides feature attractive oval landscape panels, highlighting the exceptional quality of craftsmanship. Raised on shaped bracket feet with contrasting inlaid detail, this is a highly decorative and refined example of early Italian cabinetmaking.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Italian Marquetry Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1243761
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI4331
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All measurements are done to the widest point .

Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .

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Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

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Description
A charming early 19th-century Italian marquetry inlaid commode, presented in excellent antique condition and retaining its original key.
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Beautifully veneered in richly figured mahogany, the top is centred by an oval floral marquetry panel surrounded by delicate scrolling inlay and crossbanding.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers.
fig 1. Early Italian Marquetry Commode/ Chest of Drawers

Arranged with two short drawers above three graduated long drawers, the chest is decorated throughout with satinwood and tulipwood marquetry depicting scrolling foliage, floral garlands and elegant neoclassical motifs. The sides feature attractive oval landscape panels, highlighting the exceptional quality of craftsmanship. Raised on shaped bracket feet with contrasting inlaid detail, this is a highly decorative and refined example of early Italian cabinetmaking.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Italian Marquetry Commode Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
128cm (50.39")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243761
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI4331
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers.
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Archive I An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers.

Early Italian Marquetry Commode/ Chest of Drawers

Archive II An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View II
Archive III An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View III
Archive IV An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View IV
Archive V An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View V
Archive VI An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View VI
Archive VII An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View IX
Archive X An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View X
Archive XI An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View XI
Archive XII An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View XIV
Archive XV An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers. View XV
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
Location
91 Main Street
Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2017
Items For Sale 599
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers.
Early Italian Marquetry Commode/ Chest of Drawers
Ref: SA1243761
An antique Italian walnut commode featuring detailed floral marquetry inlay across two short top drawers and three full-width lower drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleItalian Neoclassical
  • MaterialWalnut, Fruitwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFoliate marquetry, Band inlay borders, Metal keyhole escutcheons
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 128 cm (50 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

This early nineteenth-century Italian Neoclassical chest of drawers is constructed from warm brown walnut, fruitwood, and brass. The commode stands at 99 cm high, 128 cm wide, and 57 cm deep. It features an arrangement of two short drawers positioned above three full-width lower drawers. The exterior is decorated with intricate foliate marquetry and band inlay borders across the drawer fronts, complemented by round metal keyhole escutcheons and small circular drawer pulls. The base rests on shaped bracket feet incorporating contrasting inlay, while the rectangular top displays a central oval inlay motif. Suitable for placement in a hallway, bedroom, or living space, this practical storage piece provides surface display area and five functional drawers. The timber displays a polished finish with natural grain variations, while the hardware retains a dark, aged patina. The construction incorporates straight edge mouldings separating the drawer tiers, and the lower edge is finished with a modest apron above the feet. The piece serves as a traditional storage unit suited to period-styled interiors.

FAQs

An Italian marquetry commode is a formal chest of drawers featuring decorative wood veneers inlaid to form patterns, floral designs, or scenes, originating predominantly in 18th- and early 19th-century Italy.

Craftsmen typically used a primary carcass of pine or poplar covered with walnut, olive, or fruitwood veneers, employing contrasting light and dark woods for the intricate inlay motifs.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-sawn veneer thickness, original wrought iron or cast metal locks, and subtle surface irregularities consistent with historical hand tools.

A marquetry commode functions well as a focal piece in a hallway, bedroom, or living area, paired with neutral walls and contemporary art to highlight its detailed woodwork.

Keep the furniture away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent veneer lifting, and clean the surface using a soft dry cloth alongside microcrystalline wax.
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