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French Régence 18th Century Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
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French Régence 18th Century Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers

17th century
Sold 3 December 2024 · French Antique Warehouse
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Description

A wonderful piece of furniture, this fine 18th century French Régence commode or chest of drawers has a feel of the massive about it. With the beautiful patina and deep colour expected for a piece of walnut of this age, it has lovely large elaborately decorative drawer handles and huge escutcheons, with deeply panelled sides and beautifully carved drawer fronts, all typical of the transitional style between the heavy Louis XIV and the more Rococo influenced style of Louis XV. It has a serpentine shape to the front, with rounded corners and stands on bracket feet. This will make a great storage piece for a good sized room.

Dating to circa 1720, this is made of walnut and originates from France.

In good age related condition, this has the lovely patina and colour of age with some ring marks and knots polished into the top, providing character to the piece. No key is available and there is a knot hole in the base of the top drawer, although this does not affect function and the drawer can be lined.

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

French Antique Warehouse has dated this French Regence Commode to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1004595
Dealers Internal Reference
S4DZST2943
Description
A wonderful piece of furniture, this fine 18th century French Régence commode or chest of drawers has a feel of the massive about it. With the beautiful patina and deep colour expected for a piece of walnut of this age, it has lovely large elaborately decorative drawer handles and huge escutcheons, with deeply panelled sides and beautifully carved drawer fronts, all typical of the transitional style between the heavy Louis XIV and the more Rococo influenced style of Louis XV. It has a serpentine shape to the front, with rounded corners and stands on bracket feet. This will make a great storage piece for a good sized room.
fig 1. An eighteenth-century French walnut commode featuring a serpentine front, carved panel drawers, and cast bronze mounts.
fig 1. French Régence 18th Century Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers

Dating to circa 1720, this is made of walnut and originates from France.

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In good age related condition, this has the lovely patina and colour of age with some ring marks and knots polished into the top, providing character to the piece.
French Antique Warehouse

No key is available and there is a knot hole in the base of the top drawer, although this does not affect function and the drawer can be lined.

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
140cm (55.12")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

French Antique Warehouse has dated this French Regence Commode to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1004595
Dealers Internal Ref
S4DZST2943
French Antique Warehouse
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the French Antique Warehouse Profile Page

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French Antique Warehouse
Telephone 07774 220 207
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Sutton on Trent
Newark
Nottinghamshire
United Kingdom

Under appointment only.
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An eighteenth-century French walnut commode featuring a serpentine front, carved panel drawers, and cast bronze mounts.
French Régence 18th Century Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Ref: SA1004595
An eighteenth-century French walnut commode featuring a serpentine front, carved panel drawers, and cast bronze mounts.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers
  • Period17th century
  • StyleFrench Regence
  • MaterialWalnut, Bronze, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Carved fielded panels, Bronze hardware, Moulded top
  • SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 140 cm (55 in) x D 67 cm (26 in)

FAQs

The Regence style bridges the gap between Louis XIV and Louis XV, characterised by early rococo curves, symmetrical carved panels, and serpentine fronts.

Master cabinetmakers predominantly utilised solid walnut, oak for secondary framing, and cast bronze mounts for hardware and accents.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional pegged joinery, old secondary woods, and natural patination consistent with age and wear.

Such historic case pieces provide a striking focal point in modern minimalist spaces, serving as functional storage beneath contemporary art or mirrors.

Maintain the finish by avoiding direct sunlight, keeping indoor humidity stable, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber.
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