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Very fine Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted marquetry commode

Creator: Jean-Henri Riesener
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Very fine Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted marquetry commode
French, Early 20th Century
Height 95cm, width 162cm, depth 59cm

After an important model by Jean-Henri Riesener (French, 1734-1806), a highly renowned ebeniste of great standing, this exceptional commode is of outstanding quality, and fully embodies the quality of craftsmanship and great artistic style of the Louis XVI period and the original piece, which is currently housed in the Chateau de Fontainebleau, France.

Riesener was a leading exponent and supplier of pieces in the Neoclassical Louis XVI style, and this design conveys the regal feel and presence of his manner, most notably in terms of the beautiful marquetry decorative panel to the front. It consists of a white marble top, above front facing drawers, with a lower door opening; curved sides that are extensively decorated with intricate geometric designs, and a central panel that depicts, in inlay, vases, baskets, flowers, leaves, and fruit. The gilt-bronze mounts are in excellent condition, as is the vibrant warmth of the finish to the wood throughout, making this a very fine antique furniture piece indeed.

Artist/Maker: Jean-Henri Riesener

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	France
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Ormolu, Marquetry.
Creation Date:	Early 20th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XVI
Dealer Reference #:	14265
Incollect Reference #:	614959

Dimensions

W.	63.78 in;	H.	37.4 in;	D.	23.23 in;
W.	162 cm;	H.	95 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.