Provincial Chest of Drawers in Walnut, 1730

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Description

Period: Early 18th century (c. 1700–1730)

Style: Late Louis XIV / Regency

Origin: French provincial work

Material: Solid walnut

Drawers: … Read more Period: Early 18th century (c. 1700–1730)

Style: Late Louis XIV / Regency

Origin: French provincial work

Material: Solid walnut

Drawers: Three drawers

Joinery: Hand-crafted dovetail joints

Bronze handles and keyhole escutcheons

Dimensions:

Length: 120 cm

Depth: 67 cm

Height: 86 cm

Handcrafted

Condition:

Good overall condition for a piece of furniture of this period.

Commode treated and restored.

Signs of use and wear consistent with age.

Sound structure and functional drawers.

Authentic early 18th-century piece




Superb Louis XIV period commode in solid walnut, a testament to the craftsmanship of 18th-century French workshops.

It immediately captivates with its powerful and elegant lines, characteristic of the Louis XIV style, featuring a gently curved front and rounded uprights that soften the overall appearance.

The sculpted base and the undulating lower rail add rhythm to the silhouette, while the bronze handles with shell motifs subtly accentuate the design of the drawers.

The balanced proportions, the understated decoration, and the richness of the walnut make it a timeless piece, equally at home in a classic or contemporary interior.

The compartmentalized top drawer adds a discreet, functional touch, true to the practices of the period. See less