An 18th century Dutch serpentine bombe commode, with marquetry inlay, decorated vases, flowers, birds and butterflies, 94 cm wideSome light wear and cracking to the top, large split to both sides and multiple losses and warping to sides and front, variation of colour, drawers function as should, Structurally ok.
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Pietro Piffetti (1701-1777)-manner, Commode with three drawers on curved legs. Four curved side coloumns ending in carved gilded fruit decorations on top and feeds. Curved front and sides. The top with snail formed and carved corners ending in scrolls. Hard wood corpus with rich geometrical intarsias in rose wood. Maple wood and coloured and engraved floral bone intarsias on four sides. Eight oval mother of pearl medaillons. Carved bone shields, Iron locks with later key, outsorced lower border. Inside later textile tapestry. Probably in the past restored and partly reconstructed. Signs of age, skratches. 105 x 52 cm, high 90 cm.
Y A GEORGE III SATINWOOD AND TULIPWOOD CROSSBANDED DEMI-LUNE COMMODE CIRCA 1790 The brushing slide with inset baize, the side doors enclosing shelves 87cm high, 107cm wide, 47cm deep Condition Report: Overall there are some scratches, marks, chips, cracks and abrasions consistent with age and use.The colour of the satinwood is lighter and brighter in reality than perhaps the catalogue photograph suggests.There are some losses and restorations: some cracks including to the top and one door; there are some veneer and stringing losses and replacements; some lifting and some torn veneers; some losses include carved wood pilaster capitals; the legs with metal braces, the back legs with repairs and one held in place with a metal brace; later baize to the slide and the slide has no stop-blocks; there is some small evidence of old worm; lacking one lock and there is no key.A neat commode of classical line with good colour and figuring.Please see all the additional condition report photographs through the link on the condition report email as a visual reference of condition - they are a vital part of this report. Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A GEORGE III SATINWOOD, MARQUETRY AND POLYCHROME PAINTED DEMI LUNE COMMODE ATTRIBUTED TO INCE & MAYHEW, CIRCA 1775 The hinged top enclosing a recess, the central door painted with Diana in a stag drawn chariot, the door enclosing four oak lined drawers, the side doors enclosing shelves 85cm high, 128cm wide, 54cm deepLiterature: For two related examples see Lucy Wood, The Lady Lever Art Gallery Catalogue of Commodes, 1993, Liverpool University Press, pp226-235 and 236-238, #27 and #28.
A CONTINENTAL WALNUT, FRUITWOOD AND PARQUETRY COMMODE POSSIBLY ITALIAN, LATE 18TH CENTURY With a variegated marble top 83.5cm high, 129cm wide, 63cm deep Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some old chips and splits and losses. Some old repairs Some evidence of old worm. The pull ring handle to six out of the nine handles are lacking, see images. The remaining metalwear does appear original. Some lifting to veneers, most notably to the side panels with some tape residue visiable in places, this could be easily rectified. No key present, however all of the locks are open. Some of the escutcheons are secured with newer bolts. The marble, with some chips, losses and nibbles to the extremities and edges, it has some age and may be original to the piece. It is possible that the chest overall has been cut short. Please see all additional images as visual reference to this report Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A REGENCE TORTOISESHELL, BRASS MARQUETRY AND ORMOLU MOUNTED COMMODE IN THE MANNER OF ANDRE CHARLES BOULLE, CIRCA 1720 Scarlet tortoiseshell ground inlaid with gilt brass decoration in the manner of Berain, the top with now inset a tooled leather panel above three long drawers, on bracket feet 88cm high, 127.5cm wide, 61.5cm deep Condition Report: Commode with the marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. As illustrated, commode is in distressed condition overall, and will require significant restoration. The top, with later tooled leather inset, it is possible, the piece originally had a marquetry top which conformed with the rest. A section of ormolu moulding to one side detached but present. It appears that the ormolu elements have been re-gilded or significantly cleaned at some point and re-applied. It appears that the marquetry sections have had a later surface/shallac applied, this has since decayed/worn and has produced a flaky/cloudy surface. Various old repairs in places throughout. Key present but only operates the upper lock. Some evidence of old worm. The feet to one side are detached and broken but present with the lot. Please refer to additional images for visual reference. Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A LOUIS XV KINGWOOD, TULIPWOOD, WALNUT AND ORMOLU MOUNTED COMMODE BY JOHANNES LEFEVRE, DATED 1764 Inscribed 'Fecite Johannes Lefevre 1764', the marble probably Spanish brocatelle 97.5cm high, 148cm wide, 81cm deep Provenance: Christie's, Ven House, Somerset, 21st & 22nd June 1999, Lot 459 (£21,850 incl. BP) Though there is no listing for Johannes Lefevre, ebeniste Louis Michel Lefevre is recorded maitre in 1749. For related commodes see P Kjellberg, Le Mobilier Francais du XVIII siecle, Paris, 1989, p. 497-498. Condition Report: Overall there are some scratches, marks, chips, cracks and abrasions consistent with age and use.The marble top has some chips and losses with some repairs; it is stable but has a gap in one place between the top and base.There are some veneers lifting, missing and replaced; the finish has a dryness to it with some subtle fading, and around the base an opacity (almost water marking); the figuring of the timber is excellent.The drawer linings are solid walnut; there is one key; the carcase is largely pine and oak; there are some repairs and some later blocks; there is some evidence of old worm.The commode is grand in scale, form and materials, and is solid but relatively untouched mellow condition (ie not bearing a modern varnish).Please see all the additional condition report photographs through the link on the condition report email as a visual reference of condition - they are a vital part of this report. Condition Report Disclaimer
A George III mahogany bedside commode, the galleried top with pierced handles above doors, a commode drawer below, 56cm wide, 45cm deep, 79cm highAll over good condition. Replacement handles. Some marks and scattered scuffs and scratches commensurate with age and use. Right front legs a little splayed out. Front a little bowed.
Early 19th century mahogany chest commode, the rectangular hinged lid opening to a fitted interior, the front panel formed as four faux apothecary cabinet drawers with glass Latin pharmaceutical name plaques and glass knob handles, shaped apron and bracket feet, 78cm high x 63cm wide x 46cm deep Provenance: from the collection of Darrin Baines, Professor of Health Economics. Professor Baines filled his early Victorian townhouse in Leominster, Herefordshire, with Georgian and Victorian apothecary objects collected over a period of 20 years. Darrin Baines, researcher and consultant, has produced health economics and health policy projects and contributed articles to numerous academic and trade journals. Some pieces in the collection were bought from a Victorian pharmacy in Upwell, The Fens, others from pharmacists across the country, from auctions in the UK and on the continent.
French Louis XV revival bombe commode, early 20th century, with variegated marble top above two drawers inlaid with floral marquetry, gilt metal rococo handles and mounts, kingwood and tulipwood veneers laid in chevron and quartered patterns, on cabriole supports with gilt sabotsDimensions: Height: 89cm Length/Width: 120cm Depth/Diameter: 54cm
Large 18th-century North Italian walnut commode, rectangular top with quartered veneer, central parquetry inlay and raised moulded edges above three drawers with brass ring handles, cross banding and further central parquetry inlay, supported on square tapered feetDimensions: Height: 94cm Length/Width: 132cm Depth/Diameter: 60cm
A mixed lot of furniture to include a 19th century French Louis Philippe Chemin de Fer commode de toilette, a Georgian bow fronted corner cabinet, two pine lath back kitchen chairs, and one other chair, along with two dining chairs.Location: GIf there is no condition report shown, please request
A fine quality 19th Century 'Apprentice' walnut Bureau Commode, the rectangular top with herringbone crossbanding, above a conforming slope front, opening to reveal fitted interior, above a frieze inverted long drawer with brass handles on bracket base, approx. 46cms wide x 30cms high (18" x 12"). (1)
A 19th Century mahogany and inlaid cupboard as a chest of drawers with brass handles raised on bracket feet, 68 cm wide x 42.5 cm deep x 75 cm high together with a 19th Century mahogany and inlaid commode, the plain top above a fall front revealing a plain interior above a further fall front cupboard raised on bracket feet, 63 cm wide x 47 cm deep x 72 cm high
An Empire walnut, ebonised and parcel-gilt commode, early 19th century, Italian, with a rectangular top, above three long drawers set between column pilasters, and raised on acanthus-capped paw feet, 126cm wide 60cm deep 93cm highCondition ReportCleaned and refinished with general scratches, surface wear, marks, and small splits throughout, with some small losses and repairs to the veneer, drawers run smoothly with the locks replaced, general knocks, wear, and repairs to the feet with historic woodworm damage which is not active, joints are sound and solid and overall it appears in reasonable order and is ready for use.
A small Louis XVI-style painted and parcel-gilt wooden commode, 19th century, of rectangular outline, with a pair of moulded long drawers decorated with neoclassical motifs, set between stop-fluted column pilasters and tapering supports, 100cm wide 49cm deep 84cm highCondition ReportRubbing and loss to the paintwork throughout with evidence of some repairs to the top and sides, some small chips, knocks, and losses throughout. Drawers run smoothly with general wear and splits within. There is a small amount of movement laterally in the joints, but overall the piece is solid and appears in fair order.
A Louis XV provincial walnut commode, mid-18th century, French, of serpentine outline, the moulded top above three panelled long drawers set with gilt-bronze handles, raised on scrolling squat supports,120cm wide 65cm deep 82cm highCondition ReportGeneral surface wear, old scratches, knocks, and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Historically refinished with some cosmetic restorations, including treatment for woodworm which does not appear currently active. Drawers run smoothly with a later fabric lining. Presented with three keys and all locks are functional. General knocks, chips, and minor repairs. The feet joints are sound and solid. Overall, the piece is in fairly good structural and cosmetic condition and is ready for use.
A Louis XV kingwood, tulipwood and marquetry commode by Pierre Roussel, mid-18th century, French, of serpentine outline, the grey marble top above two drawers inlaid with floral marquetry, fitted with scrolled mounts and conforming handles, on cabriole supports terminating in sabots, the top of the carcass stamped 'P. ROUSSEL',99cm wide56.5cm deep90cm highPierre Roussel, who received his maîtrise in 1745, supplied furniture for Château de Chantilly and the Palais-Bourbon. Renowned for his naturalistic floral marquetry accentuated by engraving, the present lot typifies Roussel's mid-18th-century style. Two closely related commodes of smaller proportions, stamped in the same manner and with comparable marquetry, sold at Christie's, 25 March 1999, lot 120 (£56,500) and 16 December 1999, lot 33 (£31,050). The shape, form and dimensions are also very similar to that of the 'Small Commode by P Roussel JME, c.1755', illustrated in Charles Packer, 'Paris Furniture by The Master Ébenistes', fig.43.Condition ReportGeneral surface wear, light scratches and small old chips to the corners and edges of the marble. General knocks, surface wear, small splits, lifting and scratches to the timber throughout commensurate with age and use. Some areas of minor old repair and replacement to the veneer in places, including to the sides and to the drawer fronts where handles and mounts have been replaced. All mounts appear later, with two pins lacking to the right sabot causing some looseness. Some fading and discolouration to marquetry, however traces of the original green stain to the foliage can be seen throughout. General knocks, wear and some repairs to the supports.Drawers run smoothly with some wear to the silk-lined interior. A key present, however it does not work in the locks. A small amount of lateral movement in the joints, however the piece is generally solid and stable and appears in fairly good structural and cosmetic condition and is ready for use.
A Karelian birch commode, c.1830, Northern European, with a drawer and cupboards, on shaped bracket feet,120cm wide44cm deep94cm highCondition ReportOne key present. Some knocks, wear and small repairs. The overall colour is good and even. There are signs of old wood worm in many of the panels, which appears to have been present in the timber before construction.There is a small loss of timber to the back right lower plinth panel, there is also some timber shrinkage between the panels of the doors and sides and the centre moulding between the doors is a replacement. Joints sound and solid. Drawer and doors functioning well. Overall presents in good structural and cosmetic condition and is ready to place.
A George III mahogany serpentine dressing commode, c.1790, the top with boxwood strung edges above three graduated drawers, the uppermost fitted with a baize-lined writing slope, a ratcheted mirror and various compartments, raised on splayed supports, 109cm wide59cm deep82cm highCondition ReportGeneral surface wear, old scratches and marks to the top, which is a little faded in places. Further general old knocks, scratches, small losses and small areas of cosmetic repair to veneers and mouldings throughout. Repaired splits to the sides. The drawers run smoothly, with general light wear to the fitted interior commensurate with age and use. The baize is later, and the mirror has light wear. All hinges, slides and drawers functioning well. Presented with a key and all locks functional, although would benefit from being lubricated. General knocks and wear to the supports. Tarnish to brassware, which appears original. A small amount of lateral movement, but generally the joints are sound and solid. The piece has an attractive colour and surface and appears in good structural and cosmetic condition and is ready to place.
A Louis Philippe walnut commode, c.1845, French, with a grey marble top above four drawers, raised on bracket feet,120cm wide52cm deep92cm highCondition ReportOverall the commode is in nice and presentable condition. A couple of old losses to the marble top. Drawers run smoothly. Veneers in good order. Some old polished-in worm to the feet, nothing that appears active. Ready to go. Please see additional images.
A Louis XVI provincial walnut commode, late 18th century, French, with a veined grey marble top, above three short and two long panelled drawers set between fluted quarter column pilasters, and terminating in peg feet,127cm wide 60cm deep 88cm highCondition ReportGeneral light scratches, surface wear and small chips to the edges and corners of the marble. Scuffs, knocks, surface wear, chips, losses and some repairs to the timbers. Drawers run smoothly with general wear and splits, with one key present though the locks are not functioning properly. Some of the mounts are loose. Joints are generally sound and solid with some splits and warping to the back boards. Traces of historic woodworm damage which does not appear active. Overall, the piece appears in fair usable order.
A mahogany pot commode, early 19th century, with a tray top above a pair of drawers and a cupboard, raised on chamfered square supports, 52cm wide42cm deep70cm highProvenance: A private collection, Upper East Side, New York, and a London apartment.Condition ReportSplits, breaks and repairs throughout. Some small chips, knocks and losses to veneers in places. Repairs and restorations within. Doors and drawer functional.

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