Lot 361 , A French Regence olivewood and rosewood bowfront commode, c.1725, W.2ft 8in. D.1ft 9in. H.2ft 6in.

A French Regence olivewood and rosewood bowfront commode, c.1725, with parquetry decoration and three long drawers, on bracket feet, W.2ft 8in. D.1ft 9in. H.2ft 6in.
Estimate £1,000-1,500

Overall in good high polished condition, one old split running through the timbers across the top, the central circular rosewood panel may be a later replacement, ormolu handles and escutcheons of high quality and good crisp casting, a little wear to the original gilding, locks look original but no key, handles look to be original, sides slightly lighter in colour than the top and front.


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Sold for £1,400