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Louis XVI Gilt-Bronze & Mahogany Marble-Top Commode
1800-1899

A very fine Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted mahogany commode á vantaux in the manner of Jean-Henry Riesener.

Circa 1866-70, possibly English. Bronze mounts surmounted by a brèche d'Alep marble top, three frieze drawers, the vantaux opening to reveal two long drawers. The mounts are attributed to Hatfield of London and have been removed to reveal the mark "H" to their reverse. Height 36 1/2 in., width 54 3/4 in., depth 23 1/4 in.

The exquisite gilt-bronze mounts have a H marking on the reverse, and so it is only speculation as to where, or by whom, they were cast. However the quality of the casting, chasing and burnishing is exemplary and the gilding in near-perfect condition. Thus reminding of another cabinet with exquisite mounts attributed to Hatfield (see the Hertford Jewel Cabinet, sold Sotheby's New York, A private Collection, Vol II, April 19, 2007, lot 105.)

The present commode is reminiscent of commodes made in the manner of the celebrated 18th century cabinet maker Jean-Henri Riesener (1734-1806), reçu maître in 1768, and supplier of the Garde Meuble Royal from 1774 to 1785.

Dimensions:
Height 36 1/2 in., width 54 3/4 in., depth 23 1/4 in.

Inv#: 02046
1800-1899 Chest of Drawers/Commode

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