Regency Commode, Known As The Cressent Commode, Circa 1720, Early 18th Century

A Regency period commode, known as a "Cressent" commode, circa 1720, early 18th century. It features marquetry of violet wood and satinwood within gilt bronze frames. The curved front has two drawers without a visible crossbar, and three convex sides. It boasts rich gilt bronze ornamentation: scroll and acanthus handles, drops, sabots, and a central mascaron beneath the lower rail. The marquetry is a frieze pattern forming geometric reserves highlighted with light-colored stringing. The top is a breccia marble slab with a scalloped shape following the curves of the commode. Its cabriole legs and scalloped frames are characteristic of the Regency style. This type of commode is often attributed to Parisian cabinetmakers such as Charles Cressent, dating from the early 18th century. Made in workshops under Cressent's influence, it is recognizable by the quality of the bronze mounts and the design of the curved form. A Parisian work from the Regency period, circa 1720-1730, it features cabriole legs, a carved crossbar, and shaped moldings. It measures 128 cm in length, 62.5 cm in depth, and 82 cm in height. It is in excellent condition, with a French polish applied according to traditional methods.