Ornate Chest Of Drawers Made Of Molded Veneered Wood

Joseph STÖCKEL (1743–1802) and Guillaume

BENNEMAN (1750–1811), based on a model by

A grand, ornate chest of drawers made of molded, carved, and

stained wood to imitate mahogany, opening with two doors to reveal

six drawers and three belt drawers. Side panels shaped like

fluted and rudentated columns with asperges. Rich ornamentation of

chiseled and gilded bronze with a decoration of foliage, scrolls

leaves, lion’s muzzle, knotted ribbons, and trimmings, as well as

bacchanalian scenes in medallions. On spindle legs

terminating in bronze spurs shaped like pinecones.

White veined marble top

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Louis XVI style

Height: 93 cm; Width: 179.5 cm; Depth: 67 cm

This chest of drawers is inspired by a prestigious model created in 1786,

considered one of the most sumptuous of the reign of Louis XVI.

Originally, these pieces formed a pair intended for the Count of

Provence, before becoming part of the royal collection and being placed

notably at Fontainebleau, where they are preserved today.