Description
Exceptional Louis XVI commode by the Parisian ébéniste Joseph Stöckel (1743–1802), master since 1775, crafted around 1780. Made primarily of oak and mahogany, partly veneered, and traditionally French-polished.
Typical for the Louis XVI style are the fluted stiles, three drawers (the lower two “sans traverse”), tapered turned feet, and rich gilt-bronze ornaments.
The original marble top is preserved (showing minor age marks). The commode bears the stamp “J. STOCKEL” and master’s mark. Professionally restored condition.
Stöckel was one of the leading cabinetmakers of his time, supplying the Comte de Provence, later King Louis XVIII. Among his apprentices was Guillaume Benemann, later appointed “premier ébéniste du roi”, who executed many royal commissions together with Stöckel.
Dimensions: 89 × 137 × 60 cm
Condition: beautifully restored
Note: subject to CITES regulations
