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A very fine early 18th century French Louis XV commode "forme galbée" or bombe/serpentine embellished with extraordinary, original ormolu mounts …
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A very fine early 18th century French Louis XV commode "forme galbée" or bombe/serpentine embellished with extraordinary, original ormolu mounts and fixtures throughout. Both sides are bombe shaped as well with beautifully detailed inlay work.
Original marble top, locks and key.
The body is composed of three large drawers and mounted atop shaped sabre feet. Extraordinary decorations throughout that feature horses and seashell shaped bronze. This magnificent commode is made of rosewood, walnut and mahogany woods.
Dating from the early-18th century this piece exemplifies French craftsmanship. The original marble top is very unique in color with green, gray and red hues.
The commode has recently been restored and refinished using the traditional French polish technique.
We have a passion for the unique, for quality, for stylish yet practical and for craftsmanship of years gone by. Your purchases will be extremely well packaged and we look forward to serving you.
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- Dimensions
- 54ʺW × 25.25ʺD × 34.38ʺH
- Styles
- Louis XV
- Traditional
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Mahogany
- Marble
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Wonderful restored condition, bronze mounts re-gilded. Marble top was been repaired and may still be further modifications to bring back … moreWonderful restored condition, bronze mounts re-gilded. Marble top was been repaired and may still be further modifications to bring back to original condition. less
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