Louis XV Rococo Bombé Commode — Teal Lacquer & Gilt Bronze Mounts

Design & Inspiration

There are pieces of furniture that change the temperature of a room the moment they enter it. This Louis XV Rococo bombé commode, lacquered in a commanding deep teal and layered with gilt bronze ormolu mounts, is precisely that kind of presence. The bombé silhouette — that distinctive outward swell of the case on three axes — was the defining achievement of the French ébéniste tradition in the 1730s to 1760s, a shape that communicates opulence through geometry alone. This handcrafted interpretation faithfully reproduces that tradition, bringing the grandeur of the French Rococo salon into the modern home.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The body is constructed from Romanian Solid Redwood dried to under 10% humidity, ensuring dimensional stability in varied climates. The surface receives a deep teal lacquered finish — a bold, saturated hue that draws from the 18th-century Parisian fashion for coloured lacquered commodes, influenced by the East Asian lacquerwork that swept European courts. Each gilt bronze mount is individually applied: the scrolling acanthus cartouche at the frieze centre, the sinuous C-scroll escutcheons framing each drawer pull, the foliate sabots protecting the cabriole leg feet. The shaped top in green-veined marble completes the composition with the cool authority that only stone provides.

Dimensions & Details

The commode features two generous drawers behind its bombé façade — the upper drawer slightly shallower, the lower deeper — both fitted with cast gilt bronze handles in the asymmetric Rococo manner. The cabriole legs terminate in acanthus-leaf sabots, preserving the floor-grazing elegance that distinguished the finest Parisian workshop output of the period. The gilt bronze edging traces the shaped apron and corner stiles, unifying the ornamental programme across every surface.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Brass & Wood produces this commode in Egypt, where a team of specialist craftsmen trained in classical European joinery and gilding techniques build each piece to order. The teal lacquer is applied in multiple coats and hand-rubbed between layers to achieve the depth of finish visible in each image. The bronze mounts are cast and individually burnished before application. This is not production-line furniture — each commode is a considered, individual object. Customisation of finish colour, mount finish, and marble selection is available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this commode made from?

The body is solid Romanian Redwood with a multi-coat teal lacquer finish. The decorative mounts are gilt bronze. The top is shaped green marble with a gold-trimmed edge.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — primarily attaching the marble top and fitting the legs, which are shipped protected separately. Full instructions are included.

Can this commode be customised?

Yes. Brass & Wood offers customisation of the lacquer colour, bronze finish (gold, antique gold, or silver), and marble top selection. Contact our team to discuss your requirements before placing your order.