Commode "retour d'Egypte" en acajou et placage d'acajou d'époque Empire , estampillée J.D pour Jacob Desmalter

ouvrant par trois tiroirs dont un en ceinture ; les côtés et les deux tiroirs inférieurs incrustés d'un filet de cuivre ; la ceinture ornée de palmettes et d'un masque de femme en bronze doré ; les poignées ornées de fleurs ; les montants en gaine surmontée d'une tête d'égyptien en bois doré ; les pieds antérieurs en bois noirci en forme de griffes de lion ; les pieds postérieurs en bois noirci en forme de trois boules superposées ; dessus de marbre noir de Belgique

Overall condition is pretty fine despite vertical cracks to the sides (trace of previous vertical restoration on the left side); the brass inlaid frame is lifting; there are some stains and marks to the front; good model with attractive giltbronze; marble is fine; small giltbronze element missing on the right hand side palm.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

L'estampille JD fut utilisée entre 1803 et 1813