Renaissance Revival Commode, brown oak, France, 19th c.
6 900 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 5579
This French commode from around 1840 exemplifies Renaissance Revival craftsmanship, crafted from oak in a deep, warm brown with a subtle reddish cast. Its slender, compact silhouette measures 100 × 89 × 53 cm and is finished in a matte sheen that enhances the wood grain and intricate carving. The front displays an elaborate central panel with a high-relief human figure surrounded by swirling foliage motifs. Vertical side supports are sculpted as full-length human figures, further adorned with acanthus leaves and scrollwork. The top and bottom friezes feature continuous, deeply carved floral patterns, all resting on a solid, stepped plinth base. The piece demonstrates a high level of joinery and finishing, with no visible modern repairs or hardware. The commode remains in very good condition, with only minor edge wear and a refined patina that attests to its authenticity. The commode carries the voice of 19th-century France, when Renaissance motifs symbolized both status and artistry. The carved figures and flowing ornaments seem to echo stories of grand interiors—spaces where such a piece was as much a statement of refinement as a functional object. The aged oak suggests evenings in quiet salons, with candlelight flickering across the reliefs and every curve of ornament evoking a bygone era. The gentle patina adds to the sense of continuity with the craftsmanship and artistic spirit of the period. This commode could be
DIMENSION
Height100 cm
Depth53 cm
Width89 cm
Dimension details
Width89 cm
Height100 cm
Depth53 cm
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