Superb Transition Style Chest of Drawers in Marquetry and Marble
For sale: magnificent Transition style chest of drawers, combining the elegance of precious wood veneer and the finesse of marquetry. This character piece is in excellent condition. Main features: • Front and sides: 3 large drawers. Superb geometric trompe-l'œil marquetry (cube patterns) on the top drawer as well as on the side panels. The two large bottom drawers feature beautiful butterfly wing veneer with a central oval medallion. • Ornamentation: Beautiful hanging pull handles and original bronze/metal lock entries. • Top: Surmounted by a thick marble top of Breccia type with natural and warm hues (beige, pink, and brown). • Base: Tapered and fluted legs, typical of the style. Condition of the furniture: • Structure and wood: In remarkable condition. The varnish and marquetry are very well preserved, the wood retains its shine, and there are no missing veneers. • Marble: Note an old transverse crack on the top (visible in the photos). However, the top remains perfectly solid, stable, and intact.