A large Louis XVI commode after a model by Jean-Henri Riesener for Fontainebleau Castle Mahogany and beech wood, veneered and marquetry of various woods. Rectangular body with concave sides, flanked by angled corner pilaster strips on leaf volutes. Two optically connected doors in the articulated front and three drawers above. Framed fields of flower-filled diamond marquetry and an inlaid still life of vase motifs, fruit and flowers on the front. Rich gilded bronze applications. Corresponding cover plate of white marble. H. 96.5 cm. 177.5 cm x 77 cm. A large French mahogany and beech wood veneered Louis XVI style chest of drawers according to a design by Jean-Henri Riesener. France. Late 20th century.

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