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Georgian Italian Inlaid Commode / Chest of Drawers
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Georgian Italian Inlaid Commode / Chest of Drawers

18th century
Description

Circa 1780, Italian inlaid commode. The rectangular shaped top with breakfront section and unusual inlaid design, over a configuration of similarly inlaid drawers (1 short over 2 large). The gables with further inlay and with a pair of gilded, tapering columns leading to the raised block feet. With an Italian trade label to the back of ‘Magazzino D’Antichita – Oggett d’Arte e Curiosita – CARLO GUARDUCCI – Firenze – Via Maggio N.10’

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Italian Neoclassical Inlaid Commode to the 18th Century.

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SA833407
Dealers Internal Reference
SORSQ64321
Description
Circa 1780, Italian inlaid commode.
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The rectangular shaped top with breakfront section and unusual inlaid design, over a configuration of similarly inlaid drawers (1 short over 2 large).
Georgian Antiques

The gables with further inlay and with a pair of gilded, tapering columns leading to the raised block feet. With an Italian trade label to the back of ‘Magazzino D’Antichita – Oggett d’Arte e Curiosita – CARLO GUARDUCCI – Firenze – Via Maggio N.10’

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Italian Neoclassical Inlaid Commode to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA833407
Dealers Internal Ref
SORSQ64321
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An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals.
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Archive I An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals.

Georgian Italian Inlaid Commode / Chest of Drawers

Archive II An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View II
Archive III An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View III
Archive IV An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View IV
Archive V An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View V
Archive VI An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View VI
Archive VII An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View VII
Archive VIII An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View VIII
Archive IX An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals. View IX
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An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals.
Georgian Italian Inlaid Commode / Chest of Drawers
Ref: SA833407
An Italian Neoclassical warm brown wood commode featuring three drawers with decorative inlay, brass pulls, and ebonised flanking columns with gilded capitals.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period18th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialWalnut, Fruitwood, Ebonised Wood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsEbonised columns, Geometric inlay, Gilded capitals, Ring pull handles
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 125 cm (49 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This 18th-century Italian Neoclassical commode brings classic refinement to a home interior, functioning as a striking chest of drawers for a bedroom, hallway, or living space. Constructed from walnut, fruitwood, ebonised wood, and brass, the piece exhibits a warm brown colour with rich grain patterns across its timber surfaces. The rectangular body features a configuration of one short drawer over two large drawers, accented by geometric inlay work and circular brass ring pull handles. Flanking the front are ebonised tapering columns with gilded capitals that lead down to raised block feet, while the gables display further decorative inlay. Measuring 87 cm high, 125 cm wide, and 60 cm deep, the commode provides practical surface space and storage capacity while maintaining a compact footprint suited to modern placement.

FAQs

Originating in the late 18th century, Italian Neoclassical commodes draw inspiration from classical antiquity, featuring symmetrical proportions, linear silhouettes, geometric wood inlays, and architectural details such as pilasters or ebonised columns with gilded capitals.

Craftsmen predominantly utilized regional hardwoods such as walnut, fruitwood, and cherry for external veneers, often accents with ebonised timber, brass hardware, and intricate geometric banding made from contrasting woods.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-sawn drawer linings, hand-cut dovetail joints, thick hand-cut wood veneers, and secondary timbers like pine or poplar used for backboards and internal framing.

A Neoclassical commode functions as an architectural anchor in entryways or bedrooms, contrasting effectively with contemporary abstract artwork, minimal mirrors, and modern sculptural lamps.

To preserve timber veneers and inlays, place the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a microcrystalline beeswax polish annually.
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