US$2,671.21 This is a stunning antique Louis XV style commode, circa 1880 in date. The commode was crafted from rosewood and walnut. It has three large drawers, for ample storage with lovely brass handles and locks.. Elaborately detailed, the commode features exquisite floral marquetry and has a large solid, original marble top. The marquetry decoration is complimented by exquisite gilded ormolu mounts. A lot of intricate detailing has gone into the creation of this chest. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 88 x Width 76 x Depth 36 Dimensions in inches: Height 2 feet, 11 inches x Width 2 feet, 6 inches x Depth 1 foot, 2 inches Rosewood is a rich warm reddish brown wood that has a distinct grain with dark brown and black outlining. One variety of Rosewood can vary significantly from another even though it is of the same species. These Rosewoods, native of India, South East Asia and Brazil, were dense and awkward to work with. It was renowned for quickly bluntening cutting tools and visibly darkening in colour when over prepared. The Brazilian species of Rosewood was by far the most beautifully figured and therefore it became the most sought after and rare. This was the wood of choice for the great box makers, David and Thomas Edwards who used it to veneer some of their finest pieces. Walnut The Walnut woods are probably the most recognisable and popular of all the exotic woods, having been used in furniture making for many centuries. Walnut veneer was highly priced and the cost would reflect the ‘fanciness’ of the veneer – the more decorative, then the more expensive and desirable. Figured Walnut and Burr Walnut (often referred to as Burl Walnut) were considered as the most attractive varieties of...