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Italian Painted Commode
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Italian Painted Commode

19th century
Sold 21 August 2025 · Michael Youll Antiques
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Description

An Italian Painted Commode featuring a faux marble top with nice original paintwork showing some wear and tear, on two drawers finished on cabriole legs.

Date of Manufacture

Michael Youll Antiques has dated this Italian Painted Commode to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1114153
Description
An Italian Painted Commode featuring a faux marble top with nice original paintwork showing some wear and tear, on two drawers finished on cabriole legs.
Date of Manufacture

Michael Youll Antiques has dated this Italian Painted Commode to the 19th Century.

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1114153
Michael Youll Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Italian Painted Commode

Archive II An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View II
Archive III An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View III
Archive IV An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View IV
Archive V An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View V
Archive VI An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View VI
Archive VII An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View IX
Archive X An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View X
Archive XI An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View XI
Archive XII An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top. View XIV
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Michael Youll Antiques
Telephone 07785 232 054
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/myoull
Verified Since Dec 2010
Items For Sale 106
Items Sold 630
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An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top.
Italian Painted Commode
Ref: SA1114153
An antique Italian painted commode featuring two drawers, cabriole legs, and distressed sage green surfaces decorated with hand-painted floral motifs and faux marble top.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChests of Drawers & Commodes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVenetian Baroque / Rococo Revival
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Paint, Metal hardware
  • ColourSage Green
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Hand-painted floral motifs, Faux marble top, Scrolled apron
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 64 cm (25 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Italian painted commodes gained popularity during the 18th century, influenced by French Rococo designs and traditional craftsmanship. Artisans in regions like Venice and Tuscany often decorated these pieces with hand-painted floral motifs and faux finishes to emulate more expensive materials.

These pieces are typically constructed from local hardwoods such as pine, walnut, or poplar, assembled using traditional joinery like dovetails. The surfaces are layered with gesso, painted with pigments, and finished with protective varnishes that develop a natural patina over time.

Authenticity is assessed through wood ageing, hand-forged hardware, and the characteristics of the paint layer, such as craquelure and organic wear patterns. Hand-cut dovetailing on the drawer construction and tool marks on the timber also indicate period manufacture.

A painted commode works well as a focal point in a living room, hallway, or bedroom, contrasting against neutral walls or modern minimalist furniture. Styling typically involves pairing it with simple contemporary lamps or minimalist mirrors to balance the decorative surface.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to prevent wood movement and paint flaking. Cleaning should be limited to dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding chemical polishes or water on the painted surfaces.
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