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French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany & Tulipwood Commode

$47,500
£35,999.03
€43,133
CA$67,689.64
A$69,506.52
CHF 39,540.63
MX$912,894.42
NOK 449,367.02
SEK 472,953.88
DKK 322,371.62

About the Item

A very fine French, 19th century Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted mahogany and tulip wood commode with a brèche violette marble top, after the model by Jean-Henri Riesener (1734-1806). The mahogany body with tulip wood veneer, the frieze with three drawers and curved sides, all surmounted with very finely chased ormolu with its original gilt, circa 1880-1890. Note: This commode is designed after Riesener's Model of The Commode du Concordat at Château de Fontainebleau, but without marquetry. It is commonly referred to as a Fontainebleau style commode. Measures: Height: 38 3/4 inches (98.4 cm), width: 66 3/4 inches (169.6 cm), depth: 24 1/2 inches (62.2 cm).
  • Similar to:
    Jean-Henri Riesener (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.75 in (98.43 cm)Width: 66.75 in (169.55 cm)Depth: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880-1890
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. A truly beautiful and impressive commode. This commode is a more subdued model than the more ornate Fontainebleau style model with marquetry. It has recently been refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A21451stDibs: LU179625441283

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