Furniture

Dimensions: 34 ½” H x 41 ½” W x 21 ⅜” D

A compact, yet substantial French commode from circa 1820 wrapped in expressive, bookmatched walnut mounted with lion face ring-pull hardware on the drawers. The dark marble on top features wild streaks of black veining throughout the gray stone, revealing small patches of blush and white. The stone is lightly patinated with fine scratches and edge chips nearly hidden by the movement in the veining. Two columnar pilasters flank the stack of three drawers whose veneered fronts are matched for expansive continuity between them, punctuated by the regal faces of lions clutching ring pulls and shield escutcheons over the keyholes. One key is shared between the working locks, and all drawers have been thoroughly cleaned inside & out to glide easily. Finished with a French paste wax to maintain the gorgeous color and patina, this handsome storage piece is ready for its next home. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition as they are an important part of the description.

Dimensions: 35 ½” H x 46 ¾” W x 19 ¾” D

This Italian chest of drawers from the 19th century, in its wide, rectilinear proportions and sturdy construction becomes a showcase for the walnut veneer with thin bands of marquetry to complement the movement in the grain. The top surface is arranged as a central panel enclosed by thin lines of skillful inlay like a twisted rope, creating definition on the edges. Two deep drawers feature veneered fronts in linear orientation, repeating the same rope twist inlay to suggest paneling, interrupted by oval brass ring pulls. One key present to share between the (two) working locks. The drawers slide easily, opening to a clean interior lined in gorgeous vintage Florentine paper of sepia and white floral pattern. Square, tapering legs inspired by Louis XVI elevate the case from the floor. Departing from the standard three row commodes in the French tradition, this example has a modern sophistication that will appeal to collectors of 20th century design as well. Cleaned, tightened and polished with a French paste wax, this chest of drawers is ready for your interior. Please view the detailed images as they are essential to understanding the current condition of the antique. One key included.

Dimensions: 53” H x 46 ¼” W x 29 ¼” D

This massive antique chest of drawers from Catalonia (Spain) exhibits a pure tactile joy in how the aqua blue paint has eroded to a soft, chippy pattern with areas of walnut wood grain showing through. Dating to the turn of the 19th century (circa 1800), the rectilinear form is composed of five, massive drawers opened by brass ring pull hardware. Refreshingly there is no superfluous ornament that would compete with or distract from the ambitious construction of thick, solid planks exhibiting wild knots and grain patterns evident when the drawers are open. The case has been gently cleaned with a French paste wax to preserve and highlight the historic character. Please view the detailed images to see more.

Dimensions: 36 ⅝” H x 50” W x 25 ¼” D

A substantial French Empire commode from the 19th century made of glowing walnut and proportionately large rosette hardware on the drawers. The commode’s top is an impressive single plank where the full grain can be appreciated for its color and gentle striations, held in place by square peg joinery. The overhanging frieze drawer uses two ring pulls to open mounted on répoussé brass backplates shaped like camelias or roses; there is no keyhole escutcheon, instead the bookmatched veneer animates the center by a feathered appearance. Two (detached) columns finished with brass capitals & bases flank the lower drawers using the same type of ring pulls and matching escutcheons over the keyhole. No key is present. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this gorgeous antique storage piece is ready for its next home. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition and appreciate the dazzling patterns of the wood grain.