Specification ENTCHE10023 · SIMPLE
Specifications
| Dimensions | N/A |
|---|---|
| Weight | 4 kg |
| Materials | Solid Wood, Brass |
| Country of Origin | Egypt |
| Design Style | Louis XV Rococo |
| Ideal Placement | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Reception, Library |
| Delivery Time | 30-45 Days |
| Handcrafted | Yes — by Egyptian artisans |
| Customizable | Yes — contact us for custom orders |
Description
Design & Inspiration
Few pieces of furniture announce their presence with the authority of a Louis XV bombé commode. The exaggerated swell of the façade — swelling outward at the drawer fronts and pulling back at the corners — is not mere decoration; it is a structural argument for sensuality over severity. This commode, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the great French ébénistes of the 1730–1760 period, captures that argument in every curve. The herringbone and chevron parquetry veneer fans outward across each drawer front, drawing the eye to the heart-shaped reserve at the center where the gilt-bronze cartouche lock mount anchors the composition. Stand in front of it and the piece seems to breathe.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The carcass is built from Romanian solid redwood dried to below 10% humidity — the foundation of dimensional stability that keeps veneered surfaces from lifting across decades of seasonal change. Over this, matched parquetry veneers are laid in precise chevron and quarter-matched arrangements, producing the characteristic radiating grain pattern of the Louis XV commode tradition. The surface is finished to a deep French polish, giving the warm mahogany tones their characteristic inner luminosity — the grain does not sit on the surface but seems to glow from within. The shaped top is fitted with a multi-vein marble slab, its ogee-profiled brass gallery edging the perimeter in polished gold. All ormolu mounts — the foliate C-scroll corner chutes, the asymmetric acanthus-and-ribbon apron mount, the rocaille cartouche escutcheon, the loop drawer pulls with pendant drop rings — are cast in solid brass and hand-finished to a bright gold tone, following the vocabulary established by the royal fondeurs-ciseleurs of the Ancien Régime.
Dimensions & Details
The commode presents two generous drawers set within the bombé form, the drawer line following the swell and taper of the case. The four cabriole legs terminate in gilt-bronze sabots that protect the foot while echoing the ormolu language of the upper mounts. The side elevations, visible in the profile images, reveal the depth of the bombé profile — a continuous curve from corner to corner with no flat relief, confirming the quality of the three-dimensional carcass construction. Dimensions are available on request; the piece is sized to serve as either a bedroom commode or a statement hall chest.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Every piece that leaves the Brass & Wood workshop is the product of hands trained in period joinery, veneer laying, and metal finishing. This commode is handcrafted in Egypt by craftsmen who study the originals held in European museum collections — the proportions, the mount placement, the veneer matching are not approximations but deliberate interpretations of documented historical precedents. The result is a piece that carries the weight of French court furniture tradition while being made for a living room, a master bedroom, or a reception hall in the present day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this commode made from?
The frame is Romanian solid redwood (less than 10% humidity), veneered with matched parquetry panels. The top is genuine marble. All hardware — drawer pulls, escutcheons, corner mounts, sabots, and gallery rail — is solid cast brass with a hand-finished bright gold tone.
Can this piece be customized?
Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization in marble color selection, brass finish tone (gold, antique gold, or bronze), and veneer species. Lead times vary with specification — please contact our team for details.
Is assembly required?
Minimal assembly only — the marble top is fitted on-site. All other components arrive fully assembled and finished.
