18th Century Neo-Classical Chest of Drawers, Lombardy

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Louis XVI Inlaid Chest of Drawers in Lombardy

Period: Last quarter of the 18th century (full Louis XVI period, circa … Read more Louis XVI Inlaid Chest of Drawers in Lombardy

Period: Last quarter of the 18th century (full Louis XVI period, circa 1780–1790)

Scope: Lombard cabinetmaking.

Wood Types: Walnut, blond walnut, boxwood, rosewood.

Condition: Excellent, intact in all its parts, with original period escutcheons and ring handles.

Typological and Aesthetic

Refined chest of drawers with a rigorously neoclassical design, characterized by the classic architectural structure of three front drawers.

Front: The front of the three drawers is embellished with a central circular reserve enclosing a rosette inlaid with acanthus scrolls. A band inlaid with a geometric guilloche pattern frames the front.

Top: The upper surface, entirely veneered and trimmed, features an oval inlay at its center depicting a trophy of musical instruments and scores (mandolin/lute, horns, and open score). The top's perimeter echoes the motif of the "S"-shaped frame and inlaid border.

Side Panels: The sides reflect the same architectural style, with geometric inlays arranged in a herringbone/quadripartite pattern, enriched by central rosettes inlaid with rosettes and small dotted details.

Supports: The cabinet rests on characteristic inverted truncated pyramid (pin) feet, decorated with overlapping faux carvings.

Hardware: The cabinet retains its period handles: circular cast bronze handles with a pendant ring and flush keyholes.

Back and Internal Structure: The rear view highlights the original structure.

Dimensions: 119.5 x 53.5, height 85 cm. See less