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A George III period demi-lune commode in the manner of John Linnell

Posted by John Bly Antiques

13 May, 2020

A George III period demi-lune commode in the manner of John Linnell

US$127,200.00

A fine and important George III period demi-lune Commode of rare small size and classical form, decorated with marquetry veneers of satinwood, tulipwood, harewood and other exotic timbers, enriched with cast and gilt metal mounts, in the manner of John Linnell, circa 1790. There are flower sprays depicted in the vase paterae, considered to be a feature exclusive to Linnell. The single door is opened with a turnkey via a camouflaged escutcheon enabling access to the concealed frieze drawer by means of a spring catch inside. PLACE OF ORIGIN: England DATE OF MANUFACTURE: Circa 1790 PERIOD: 18th Century and Earlier MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES: Cast, other exotic timbers, enriched, gilt metal mounts, Satinwood, Tulipwood, Harewood MATERIALS NOTES: Satinwood, tulipwood, harewood and other exotic timbers, enriched with cast and gilt metal mounts. CONDITION: Excellent. Please contact dealer for condition report. . HEIGHT: 34 in. (86 cm) WIDTH: 31 in. (79 cm) DEPTH: 16 in. (41 cm) DEALER LOCATION: London, United Kingdom NUMBER OF ITEMS: 1

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