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A French 18th century Louis XV period walnut 'Commode de Chateau' chest, circa 1730

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An exceptional and most handsome French 18th century Louis XV period walnut 'Commode de Chateau' chest, circa 1730. The three drawer chest is raised by fine cabriole legs below the elegant scalloped shaped frieze. At the center are three drawers... — Read More

  • Item # 2503
  • H: 32.75 in L: 54 in D: 22.25 in

    H: 83 cm L: 137 cm D: 57 cm

  • France
  • 18th Century
  • Walnut
  • Louis XV Period Read More
  • (Louis XV Period) - Also known as Louis Quinze or Rocaille, this style followed the traditions of French décor, until it took on a life and look of its own with decorations and motifs becoming more exuberant. The style was heavily influenced by the mistress of Louis XV, Madame de Pompadour, and marked the beginning of the Rococo movement. In his old age, from 1750 – 1774, Louis XV showed more signs of constraint in his design style and this period showed more signs of French Neoclassicism.
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A French 18th century Louis XV period walnut 'Commode de Chateau' chest, circa 1730