Late 20th Century Henredon French Provincial Bombe Chest With Stone Top – 2-Drawer Commode

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Elevate your home with this stunning Henredon French Provincial Bombe Chest, crafted with the exceptional quality and artistry that define … Read more Elevate your home with this stunning Henredon French Provincial Bombe Chest, crafted with the exceptional quality and artistry that define Henredon’s legacy. This elegant 2-drawer commode features a beautifully carved Louis XV silhouette, gracefully curved bombe form, and richly detailed cabriole legs with crisp acanthus leaf carving.

The chest is topped with a substantial sculpted stone slab, adding both luxury and durability. The light natural finish reveals the beauty of the wood grain, offering a warm, neutral palette that complements traditional, French Country, coastal, or transitional interiors.

Henredon’s craftsmanship is evident throughout—solid wood construction, precision moldings, ornate cast brass hardware, and smooth-operating drawers shaped with serpentine interiors to follow the chest’s graceful curves.

An authentic Henredon label remains on the back.

1. The paper tag on the back is a real Henredon furniture label

The tag on this chest/nightstand matches true Henredon labeling used from the 1980s–early 2000s:
• Cream/tan color
• Black serif “Henredon” text
• Production number underneath
• UPC barcode
• Placed on the raw wood back panel, not a mattress foundation
• Slightly peeling (common due to age)

This is exactly how Henredon labeled many of their case goods.

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✅ 2. The construction is 100% consistent with Henredon

Everything about the piece shows classic Henredon craftsmanship:

✔ French Provincial / Louis XV design

Henredon made a ton of high-end French-style bombe commodes and curved-leg case goods.

✔ Carved cabriole legs with crisp detailing

The acanthus leaf carving is deep and sharp — a hallmark of Henredon.

✔ Solid wood framing

You can see block reinforcement and hardwood rails on the backside.

✔ Thick veneered panels with molded drawer fronts

Henredon’s French Provincial collections had these exact raised, molded, serpentine drawer fronts.

✔ Real stone top

Henredon frequently used marble or manufactured stone slabs on pieces like this.

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✅ 3. The stenciled factory number on the back matches Henredon format

The black stencil (looks like “18-3413” or similar) is exactly how Henredon marked production batches and case numbers.

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I have rechecked the piece and can confirm the following:

• The stone top is light beige/tan in color, as shown in the photos. It is not black. I believe the “black marble” listed in the description is an error.

• The surface has a smooth, honed finish. It is not highly polished to a glossy shine, but it is also not rough. It has a matte to satin feel with a slight natural stone texture.

• I have also remeasured the piece:
• Overall height: approximately 33 inches
• Overall depth: approximately 17 inches
• Stone top thickness: approximately 1.75 inches
• Stone top width: approximately 45 inches across the back and 42 inches across the front due to the curved front edge.

These measurements are accurate to the best of my ability using a tape measure. Please let me know if you need any additional measurements or close-up photos.

Final verdict

✔ This IS an authentic Henredon piece.


Henredon
French Provincial
Louis XV
Bombe Chest
Stone Top Chest
Vintage Chest
French Country Furniture
Natural Wood Finish
Cabriole Legs
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