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Pair of Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany and marble commodes

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Pair of Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany and marble commodes
French, 19th Century
Height 82cm, width 134cm, depth 59cm

These remarkable pieces, large, and of rare and unusual design, are an excellent pair of Louis XV style mahogany commodes. Made in France during the 19th century, they are In bombe form, with indulgent, luxurious arcing sides, they are mounted with gilt-bronze furnishings and surmounted by marble upper surfaces.

They open with a trio of cupboard doors, with a large central section, and each face is framed with beautiful gilt-bronze decoration. Further ormolu elements decorate the separations between the doors. On the top, the marble surfaces themselves are wonderful pieces of material ideally suited to these, naturally adorned with a pleasing pattern and colouration, which harmonises with and complements the rich veneer of the mahogany and its gilt decoration. More elegant, grand, and impressive antique storage pieces with be hard to find.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Ormolu, mahogany, marble.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XV
Dealer Reference #:	16987
Incollect Reference #:	580208

Dimensions

W.	52.76 in;	H.	32.28 in;	D.	23.23 in;
W.	134 cm;	H.	82 cm;	D.	59 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.