Commode - Wood, Ormolu
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A circa 1900 Italian bombe chest in bois de rose with palissandro inlays, in the Luigi XV style with giltBronze fittings, measuring 100 cm wide, 83 cm high and 52 cm deep, weighing 40 kg, and can be locked in good condition with minor signs of age.
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Bombé dresser in bois de rose with rosewood inlays in the Louis XV style.
This dresser embodies the elegance of the Louis XV style (1715-1774), characterized by sinuous curved lines, cabriole feet, and refined decorations in gilded bronze. The veneered-board construction in bois de rose with geometric inlays in rosewood demonstrates the exceptional craftsmanship of the cabinetmakers of the era, who favored harmonious forms and the preciousness of materials. Italian manufactories, particularly those of Naples and Genoa, were renowned for producing bombé dressers that tastefully reinterpret French models.
These dressers are highly sought after by antique furniture collectors and enthusiasts of classical interiors for their timeless refinement and excellent artisanal quality. The Italian antique market places great value on these pieces, especially when they retain their original handles and escutcheons in gilded bronze. Such furniture continues to be prominent in historic homes and prestigious residences, appreciated for its ability to confer elegance and character to spaces.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
Translated by Google TranslateBombé dresser in bois de rose with rosewood inlays in the Louis XV style.
This dresser embodies the elegance of the Louis XV style (1715-1774), characterized by sinuous curved lines, cabriole feet, and refined decorations in gilded bronze. The veneered-board construction in bois de rose with geometric inlays in rosewood demonstrates the exceptional craftsmanship of the cabinetmakers of the era, who favored harmonious forms and the preciousness of materials. Italian manufactories, particularly those of Naples and Genoa, were renowned for producing bombé dressers that tastefully reinterpret French models.
These dressers are highly sought after by antique furniture collectors and enthusiasts of classical interiors for their timeless refinement and excellent artisanal quality. The Italian antique market places great value on these pieces, especially when they retain their original handles and escutcheons in gilded bronze. Such furniture continues to be prominent in historic homes and prestigious residences, appreciated for its ability to confer elegance and character to spaces.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
40 kg
Style subtype
Louis XV Style
Specific region of origin
Napoli
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Ormolu, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
83 cm
Width
100 cm
Depth
52 cm
Estimated period
Circa 1900
Can Be Locked
Yes
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