Chest Of Drawers Stamped J.birckle Jme, Louis XV Period, 18th Century

A pretty little commode, crafted from rosewood and satinwood marquetry with a frieze and light wood stringing border. It is curved on all sides, opening with two drawers in the front, and rests on four cabriole legs. The wood is oak and softwood. It features lovely chased and gilt bronze ornamentation, including drawer pulls, keyholes, corner mounts, feet, and apron, all original. It has a lock with a key (one lock is missing). The top is a lovely molded gray marble slab, also original. It is stamped "JME J.BIRCKLE JME" on the top. In good overall condition with minor damage and old repairs. Overall dimensions: Length 81 cm, Depth 45 cm, Height 77.5 cm. Louis XV period, mid-18th century. Bibliography: Jacques Birckle (1734-1803), received as a master on July 30, 1764, established on rue de Charenton, then Saint-Nicolas in Paris. He will be a supplier to the Garde-Meuble (Royal Furniture Repository). He will later fulfill orders for Marie Antoinette for Saint-Cloud. His works are present in public and private collections. See works: French furniture by Mr. Kellberg; Cabinetmakers of the 18th century by Count de Salverte.