A Louis XVI style gilt bronze-mounted mahogany commode Paris, late 19th century, the bronze mounts by Henri Picard

surmounted by a Sarrancolin marble top, three frieze drawers above two long drawers, the carcass stamped four times F. LEFRANC, some mounts have been removed to reveal the mark H. P. r

Overall in good condition and presentation with the usual minor hairline scratches and minute nicks to veneers and carcass consistent with age and use. Tarnishing to gilt-bronze in places also consistent with age and atmospheric conditions through the years. The marble with the usual minute chips to edges, light scratches to surface consistent with age and use, due to placing object on top. The bronze mounts are very finely cast and are nicely rendered with matte and burnishings. Visible professional restoration to the underside of the marble top, with rods and filler. The carcass 18th century and modified
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