Beautiful Italian Inlaid Olivewood Provincial Commode

This monumental rare period 1770s Italian commode is a masterful example of 18th-century craftsmanship, blending olivewood and walnut in intricate inlay work to create a timeless hei...

This French Louis XV style Baggio Annico commode is an extraordinary example of artistry and craftsmanship, blending traditional design with an Op Art-inspired inlaid façade. The commode is topped with a richly veined marble surface, shaped to follow the gentle curves of the cabinet below, adding elegance and durability. The front and sides are meticulously inlaid with intricate marquetry scenes, showcasing architectural perspectives, classical figures, and geometric patterns that create an optical illusion effect, giving the piece its Op Art quality. The central panel features a striking architectural scene with a checkerboard floor that draws the eye inward, framed by decorative columns, pavilions, and classical motifs. Surrounding drawers are adorned with finely detailed inlay work, depicting figures and floral scrolls, all accented by gilt-bronze pulls. The bombe-shaped body rests on graceful cabriole legs with ormolu sabots, a hallmark of Louis XV influence. This marble top inlaid French commode...