Pair of French Louis XV Style Bombe Nightstands - With Marble Tops

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An enchanting and highly desirable pair of French Louis XV style bombé nightstands, or petite commodes, circa mid-20th century. The … Read more An enchanting and highly desirable pair of French Louis XV style bombé nightstands, or petite commodes, circa mid-20th century. The epitome of French romance and exquisite craftsmanship, scaled perfectly for grand nightstands, end tables, or statement side chests.

The silhouette is pure Rococo theater, a voluptuous bombé form with swelling, serpentine fronts and sides, raised on elegant, elongated cabriole legs terminating in ormolu sabots. Each chest is crowned with a thick, serpentine black marble top with dramatic white veining - Nero Marquina - beautifully beveled and removable, revealing a wood frame beneath.

• Exquisite Floral Marquetry: The entire carcass is veneered in warm walnut and inlaid with delicate, scrolling floral marquetry in lighter satinwood - swirling vines, acanthus scrolls, and blooming flowers in the classic French manner, visible on front and sides .
• Ormolu Mounts: Lavish gilt bronze ormolu throughout - large pierced foliate mounts at the upper corners, continuous beaded trim framing the drawers, Rocaille handles, and elegant foot caps . The bronze shows a beautiful soft patina.
• Two Deep Bombé Drawers: Each chest with two graduated bombé drawers, dovetailed, with serpentine fronts, offering generous storage.
• Black Marble Top: Polished black marble with natural white veining, adding luxury and contrast, perfect for a lamp and books.

This is a matched, true pair - increasingly rare and highly sought after by designers for primary bedrooms, living rooms, and boutique hotels. Hollywood Regency, Parisian chic, and timeless French elegance in one. See less