French Louis XVI 19th C Mahogany Marble Commode Chest
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🪞 French Louis XVI 19th C Mahogany Marble Commode Chest
Introduce refined Neoclassical elegance into your home with this exquisite 19th-century French Louis XVI-style commode. Created between 1860 and 1880, this piece combines rich materials, detailed craftsmanship, and balanced proportions that define the timeless sophistication of the Louis XVI period.
Crafted to impress both in form and function, it offers a commanding presence ideal for formal interiors, grand entryways, or finely curated spaces.
🪵 Craftsmanship & Materials
The commode is made from solid mahogany, admired for its depth of color and enduring strength. The surface is further embellished with fruitwood marquetry inlays, forming elegant geometric and floral patterns on the drawer fronts and side panels — a technique associated with top-tier 19th-century French cabinetmakers.
The top is fitted with a polished green Italian marble slab, cut precisely to size and featuring natural veining that adds a luxurious contrast to the warmth of the wood.
There are four drawers in total: two smaller top drawers and two larger lower drawers, each fitted with gilt bronze handles. The drawer faces and corners are framed with ornate gilt bronze mounts, including classical motifs like acanthus leaves, scrolls, and rosettes.
📐 Approximate Dimensions:
Height: 88 cm / 35 in
Width: 120 cm / 47 in
Depth: 50 cm / 20 in
The scale of this piece provides generous storage while maintaining elegance and visual harmony.
✅ Condition:
Very Good Antique Condition – Structurally sound, elegant patina
Marble Surface – Smooth, polished, with only light edge wear
Drawers Function Smoothly – Fitted securely with original gilt bronze hardware
Light Surface Wear – Expected for a piece over 140 years old
Cleaned Only – Retaining its historical finish and character
Please review the detailed photos for close views of marquetry, marble, and bronze fittings.
🚚 Shipping & Handling:
📦 Custom Wooden Crate Included – Designed for optimal protection
🌍 Ships from the Netherlands – Tracked & insured international delivery
🏛️ A Statement of Classic French Taste
This 19th-century Louis XVI-style commode captures the decorative spirit of Second Empire France, combining structure, ornamentation, and material luxury. Whether you're an antique collector, designer, or lover of fine European furnishings, this piece is both a historical artifact and a stunning functional addition.
A bold, elegant investment that blends perfectly with antique, transitional, or even modern classic interiors.
For inquiries about this item, please scroll to the bottom the page: “enquire about this item”
🪞 French Louis XVI 19th C Mahogany Marble Commode Chest
Introduce refined Neoclassical elegance into your home with this exquisite 19th-century French Louis XVI-style commode. Created between 1860 and 1880, this piece combines rich materials, detailed craftsmanship, and balanced proportions that define the timeless sophistication of the Louis XVI period.
Crafted to impress both in form and function, it offers a commanding presence ideal for formal interiors, grand entryways, or finely curated spaces.
🪵 Craftsmanship & Materials
The commode is made from solid mahogany, admired for its depth of color and enduring strength. The surface is further embellished with fruitwood marquetry inlays, forming elegant geometric and floral patterns on the drawer fronts and side panels — a technique associated with top-tier 19th-century French cabinetmakers.
The top is fitted with a polished green Italian marble slab, cut precisely to size and featuring natural veining that adds a luxurious contrast to the warmth of the wood.
There are four drawers in total: two smaller top drawers and two larger lower drawers, each fitted with gilt bronze handles. The drawer faces and corners are framed with ornate gilt bronze mounts, including classical motifs like acanthus leaves, scrolls, and rosettes.
📐 Approximate Dimensions:
Height: 88 cm / 35 in
Width: 120 cm / 47 in
Depth: 50 cm / 20 in
The scale of this piece provides generous storage while maintaining elegance and visual harmony.
✅ Condition:
Very Good Antique Condition – Structurally sound, elegant patina
Marble Surface – Smooth, polished, with only light edge wear
Drawers Function Smoothly – Fitted securely with original gilt bronze hardware
Light Surface Wear – Expected for a piece over 140 years old
Cleaned Only – Retaining its historical finish and character
Please review the detailed photos for close views of marquetry, marble, and bronze fittings.
🚚 Shipping & Handling:
📦 Custom Wooden Crate Included – Designed for optimal protection
🌍 Ships from the Netherlands – Tracked & insured international delivery
🏛️ A Statement of Classic French Taste
This 19th-century Louis XVI-style commode captures the decorative spirit of Second Empire France, combining structure, ornamentation, and material luxury. Whether you're an antique collector, designer, or lover of fine European furnishings, this piece is both a historical artifact and a stunning functional addition.
A bold, elegant investment that blends perfectly with antique, transitional, or even modern classic interiors.
For inquiries about this item, please scroll to the bottom the page: “enquire about this item”
🪞 French Louis XVI 19th C Mahogany Marble Commode Chest
Introduce refined Neoclassical elegance into your home with this exquisite 19th-century French Louis XVI-style commode. Created between 1860 and 1880, this piece combines rich materials, detailed craftsmanship, and balanced proportions that define the timeless sophistication of the Louis XVI period.
Crafted to impress both in form and function, it offers a commanding presence ideal for formal interiors, grand entryways, or finely curated spaces.
🪵 Craftsmanship & Materials
The commode is made from solid mahogany, admired for its depth of color and enduring strength. The surface is further embellished with fruitwood marquetry inlays, forming elegant geometric and floral patterns on the drawer fronts and side panels — a technique associated with top-tier 19th-century French cabinetmakers.
The top is fitted with a polished green Italian marble slab, cut precisely to size and featuring natural veining that adds a luxurious contrast to the warmth of the wood.
There are four drawers in total: two smaller top drawers and two larger lower drawers, each fitted with gilt bronze handles. The drawer faces and corners are framed with ornate gilt bronze mounts, including classical motifs like acanthus leaves, scrolls, and rosettes.
📐 Approximate Dimensions:
Height: 88 cm / 35 in
Width: 120 cm / 47 in
Depth: 50 cm / 20 in
The scale of this piece provides generous storage while maintaining elegance and visual harmony.
✅ Condition:
Very Good Antique Condition – Structurally sound, elegant patina
Marble Surface – Smooth, polished, with only light edge wear
Drawers Function Smoothly – Fitted securely with original gilt bronze hardware
Light Surface Wear – Expected for a piece over 140 years old
Cleaned Only – Retaining its historical finish and character
Please review the detailed photos for close views of marquetry, marble, and bronze fittings.
🚚 Shipping & Handling:
📦 Custom Wooden Crate Included – Designed for optimal protection
🌍 Ships from the Netherlands – Tracked & insured international delivery
🏛️ A Statement of Classic French Taste
This 19th-century Louis XVI-style commode captures the decorative spirit of Second Empire France, combining structure, ornamentation, and material luxury. Whether you're an antique collector, designer, or lover of fine European furnishings, this piece is both a historical artifact and a stunning functional addition.
A bold, elegant investment that blends perfectly with antique, transitional, or even modern classic interiors.
