Austrian Louis XVI Commode in Walnut Veneer with Inlays and Gold Plate, 1790s

Overview: Austrian Louis XVI / Josephine commode from Vienna, circa 1790. Neoclassical, symmetrical silhouette with restrained, elegant proportions. Materials: Walnut and cherry veneer with intricate marquetry in plum, maple, ebony and green-stained wood. Accented with gold-leaf decorative strips and gilt metal mounts; original iron fittings are gold-plated. Features: Large central box lock on the central drawer that secures the other drawers. Rich inlaid ornamentation providing a refined focal point for formal interiors. Dimensions: H 88.5 cm X W 132.5 cm X D 66.5 cm.