French, Louis XV period, floral marquetry inlaid commode

Item 1101 Of bombé form with unusual three-drawer construction, inlaid in floral marquetry, the whole resting upon four cabriole legs terminating in bronze sabot feet. Mid-18th century. Signed "N.PETIT" (Nicolas Petit, Master in 1761 was a great Parisian cabinetmaker. Established rue du Faubourg Saint-Antoine under the sign "In the Name of Jesus", in his 30 years as a master he established a lasting reputation. His career began with very refined dressers of bombé form in the Louis XV style, secretaries, desks, small tables, many finely decorated with blooming branches.) 49" wide by 22¼" deep by 35" high Similar Antiques Related Antique Furniture Commodes, Louis XV, French, French Formal, 18th century, Marquetry

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