Furniture

Small pretty Bombe shaped French Commode

£495

Small French Painted Commode, Circa 1900 – Marble Top A charming French painted commode dating to around 1900, featuring a beautifully shaped bombe front and three drawers set with ornate brass handles. The commode retains its original painted finish, now softly distressed with age, giving the piece a wonderfully authentic patina and a warm, lived‑in character. The serpentine form is complemented by elegant cabriole legs and carved detailing to the apron, all typical of late 19th‑century provincial craftsmanship. The top is fitted with a richly coloured marble slab, its warm veining adding depth and contrast to the muted painted base. Compact in scale yet full of decorative presence, this commode works beautifully as a bedroom piece, hallway accent, or as a refined storage option in a curated interior. Its combination of gentle wear, original paint, and classic French lines makes it a particularly appealing example of turn‑of‑the‑century furniture.

DimensionsDimensions approx 76 cms height x 59 cms width x 34 cms depth

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