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A handsome late 18th-century French Provincial walnut commode featuring elegant bombé sides, serpentine drawer fronts, and graceful cabriole feet. Rich …
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A handsome late 18th-century French Provincial walnut commode featuring elegant bombé sides, serpentine drawer fronts, and graceful cabriole feet. Rich in character and craftsmanship, this chest embodies the timeless appeal of Louis XV-inspired provincial furniture.
Constructed of solid walnut with beautiful natural grain and warm patina, the commode features three generously sized drawers fitted with hand-forged brass ring pulls and decorative escutcheons. The case displays hand-cut dovetail drawer construction and shaped drawer fronts that flow seamlessly into the curved sides. The molded top retains its original plank construction with visible age, wear, and authentic surface character developed over centuries of use.
The scalloped apron and scrolling feet complete the elegant silhouette, making this piece equally at home in a traditional French interior or as a statement antique in a contemporary setting. The drawers have been lined with decorative paper, providing a clean and attractive interior while preserving the chest's historic charm.
An exceptional storage piece with wonderful proportions and genuine 18th-century craftsmanship.
Details
Origin: France
Period: Late 18th Century
Circa: 1760–1790
Style: French Provincial / Louis XV
Materials: Solid Walnut
Construction: Hand-cut dovetail drawers, plank top, pegged construction
Hardware: Original brass ring pulls and escutcheons
Features: Bombé sides, serpentine drawer fronts, scalloped apron, cabriole feet
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- Dimensions
- 45.5ʺW × 24ʺD × 34ʺH
- Styles
- French Provincial
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition consistent with age and use. The top displays expected wear including scratches, shrinkage, old repairs, and age … moreGood antique condition consistent with age and use. The top displays expected wear including scratches, shrinkage, old repairs, and age separations that contribute to its authentic character. The walnut has developed a rich, warm patina with scattered dings, surface wear, and minor imperfections throughout. Drawer interiors have been lined with decorative paper. Hardware appears period and shows an attractive aged patina. The case is structurally sound with sturdy drawers that operate as expected for a piece of this age. less
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