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Early 19th Century French Marquetry Cabinet
Martlesham Antiques
for sale €6,962     $7,557
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Martlesham Antiques

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Early 19th Century French Marquetry Cabinet

19th century
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An unusual and rare early 19th Century bow ended freestanding French marquetry marble top cabinet / stand made from tulip wood and inlaid with exotic woods, having the original white and grey moulded edge and shaped marble top, lovely marquetry decoration on the front, sides and back of the cabinet, two deep push pull oak lined drawers with original brass handles, a door at each side opening to reveal a single fixed shelf, each door having it’s own locking mechanism, the cabinet having lovely quality bold brass mounts, shaped apron, standing on cabriole legs terminating on brass feet. Circa 1820.

31” x 21” x 34” high

79cms x 53cms x 87cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this French Marquetry Marble Commode to the 19th Century.

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SA689304
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
An unusual and rare early 19th Century bow ended freestanding French marquetry marble top cabinet / stand made from tulip wood and inlaid with exotic woods, having the original white and grey moulded edge and shaped marble top, lovely marquetry decoration on the front, sides and back of the cabinet, two deep push pull oak lined drawers with original brass handles, a door at each side opening to reveal a single fixed shelf, each door having it’s own locking mechanism, the cabinet having lovely quality bold brass mounts, shaped apron, standing on cabriole legs terminating on brass feet. Circa 1820.

31” x 21” x 34” high

79cms x 53cms x 87cms high

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this French Marquetry Marble Commode to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA689304
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Main Rd
Martlesham
Suffolk
IP12 4RJ
United Kingdom
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An early 19th-century French marquetry cabinet with a curved front, marble top, detailed wood inlay depicting a scenic landscape, and ornamental brass mounts.
Early 19th Century French marquetry cabinet
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Early 19th-century French marquetry furniture is characterised by intricate wood veneers fitted together to create pictorial scenes, floral patterns, or geometric motifs. These pieces often feature gilded bronze mounts, curved silhouettes, and fitted marble tops reflecting Louis XV and Transitional influences.

Craftsmen utilised exotic wood veneers such as rosewood, kingwood, tulipwood, and fruitwoods laid over solid oak or pine carcasses. Accent materials included cast ormolu or brass fittings alongside shaped marble tops.

Authenticity can be determined by examining hand-sawn timber veneers, hand-dovetailed drawer construction, and cast markings on brass or bronze fittings. Original marble tops often feature unpolished undersides bearing hand-chiselled tool marks.

A French marquetry cabinet can serve as a focal point in a modern hallway or living area when paired with neutral paint tones. Surrounding the piece with understated contemporary lighting and minimalist artwork balances its detailed visual work.

To protect timber veneer, keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight and heat sources that cause wood movement and veneer lifting. Clean the marble top using pH-neutral cleaners and dust wood surfaces using a dry microfibre cloth.
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