Specification ENTCHE4185 · 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
Place this commode beside a bed or against a salon wall and the room changes register entirely. The bombé silhouette — swelling outward at the front and sides like a drawn breath — is the defining gesture of the Louis XV Rococo commode tradition, perfected by Parisian ébénistes in the 1740s and 1750s. This piece faithfully reproduces that vocabulary: the pronounced outward curve of the carcass, the elegant cabriole legs terminating in gilt brass sabots, and the shaped apron that flows uninterrupted from the front face to the floor. No straight line was used where a curve could serve.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The marquetry is the centrepiece of this commode. Laid across the bombé drawer fronts and the shaped top, the floral inlay work depicts a central medallion of musical trophies and floral swags — a motif drawn directly from the decorative vocabulary of the Louis XV period, when flowers, musical instruments, and pastoral scenes were the language of refined interiors. The surrounding field is filled with radiating floral sprays and foliate arabesques in contrasting wood tones, from pale satinwood to rich walnut and ebony stringing. The carcass is built from Romanian solid redwood at under 10% humidity, ensuring dimensional stability across seasons. The finish is a hand-applied French polish, lending the surface its characteristic deep, warm luminosity.
Dimensions & Details
Two drawers provide practical storage while maintaining the clean visual flow of the front face. Each drawer is fitted with a shaped gilt brass escutcheon and pull mount in the rocaille style — asymmetric foliate scrollwork characteristic of the 1740–1760 Rococo workshop tradition. The corner mounts follow suit, anchoring the cabriole legs where they meet the carcass. The white marble slab top is cool to the touch, slightly projecting beyond the carcass edge, and provides the visual counterweight that grounds the swelling wood below. The top view reveals the full extent of the marquetry program, including a complete floral medallion that is visible only from above — a detail that speaks to the craftsman's discipline even where no buyer would necessarily look.
Handcrafted in Egypt
Every element of this commode — the marquetry cutting, the bombé shaping, the gilt brass casting, the French polish application — is executed by hand in Brass & Wood's Egyptian workshops, drawing on craft traditions that trace their lineage to the great European ateliers. The result is a piece that honors the legacy of the French Rococo without pretending to be something it is not: a faithful, carefully considered reproduction, made with genuine skill and designed to last.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this commode made from?
The carcass and drawer fronts are built from Romanian solid redwood at under 10% humidity, veneered with hand-cut floral marquetry in multiple wood species including walnut, satinwood, and ebony. The mounts and sabots are cast gilt brass. The top is white marble.
Is assembly required?
Minimal assembly is required — typically the marble top is fitted on arrival. No specialist tools are needed.
Can this commode be customized?
Yes. Brass & Wood offers customization of marble color, brass finish tone, and wood stain. Contact our team to discuss your requirements before placing your order.
