Early 19th Century

Dimensions: 33 ¼” H x 34 ⅝” W x 21 ¾” D

Four drawers and neoclassical details compose this outstanding Empirical commode hand-crafted in France circa 1810. This case piece is topped with an interesting piece of black, gray and white fossil marble that, along with the body, has patinated wonderfully over the decades. Iconic of the Empire style, two pilaster columns flank the bank of drawers, each having decorative brass caryatid capitals and neoclassical bases. The top frieze drawer and the three that follow all have paired swan escutcheon plates, and all open with one present key. Fierce lion head cast brass pulls allow for easy access to the lower three drawers. The whole stands on sturdy tapered feet and is covered with richly colored and beautiful bookmatched mahogany veneer. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at this fantastic commode.

Dimensions: 35 ¾” H x 43” W x 21 ⅝” D

An early 19th Century Louis XVI style commode hand-crafted in France circa 1800. This stylish case piece is made of mahogany and topped with its original shaped marble top that has incredibly gorgeous patterns and charcoal and black veining throughout. A bank of three drawers with trimmed paneling are all fitted with brass oval escutcheon plates and attractive angular brass drop pulls, each edged in finely detailed neoclassical motifs. Handsome fluted corners flank the drawers. The whole is raised on well turned and polished front feet and elegant tapering back feet. The sides are handsomely paneled and showcase the beautiful wood grain and fine patina that can be seen throughout the whole commode. Make sure to view all the images for a closer look at the details and current condition of this splendid antique. No key is present.