Satinwood Commodes and Chests of Drawers

This exquisite French Louis XV commode showcases the elegance and craftsmanship of 18th-century design, beautifully blending artistry with function. The commode features a fine marble top, richly veined and shaped to follow the serpentine contours of the case. Below, the cabinet is masterfully veneered in kingwood and satinwood, highlighted by intricate instrumental inlays depicting musical motifs surrounded by floral sprays, a hallmark of refined French decorative artistry. The serpentine front and cabriole legs, adorned with gilt-bronze ormolu mounts, embody the graceful curves typical of the Louis XV style. The central panel’s inlaid guitar and sheet music bring an air of sophistication and romance, while the surrounding floral marquetry adds depth and vibrancy to the design. The drawers are fitted with gilt-bronze pulls and escutcheons, further enhancing the luxurious presentation. Ideal for a living room, entryway, or master suite, this inlaid French commode...

A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style highboy dresser By Romweber USA, Circa 1930s Beautiful satinwood, with inlaid marquetry, painted and gold gilt details, and original brass ...

Chest of drawers hand-made in central Italy in the mid 1800s using walnut following the neoclassical style. The commode features three inset drawers all showing beautiful hand-made d...

This fantastic original satinwood Adams paint decorated demilune commode dresser is a striking example of neoclassical craftsmanship and refined artistry. Featuring the iconic demi-l...

An exceptionally fine quality satinwood seven drawer 'Wellington Chest' or tall chest of drawers. The moulded edge top above a bank of graduated drawer with inlaid ebony lines aroun...

A finely crafted serpentine-front chest of drawers in the Sheraton Revival taste, constructed in richly figured satinwood and decorated throughout with delicate hand-painted floral o...

Pair of Continental Kingwood Marquetry Demilune commodes with marble tops. Beautifully inlaid with boxwood, tulipwood in neoclassical design. Original marble tops.

American Federal mahogany butler's desk with a carved molded edge, three upper drawers with original brass knobs, sliding fall front interior desk with Satinwood drawers and pigeon h...

This fine Adams style satinwood commode buffet server is a stunning example of neoclassical elegance and refined craftsmanship. Beautifully paint-decorated in the tradition of Robert...

A very fine and rare French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style Belle Epoque ormolu-mounted satine, kingwood and burlwood two-door cabinet, the mounts by Ferdinand Barbedienne, fitted with a shaped Breccia Colorata marble top above a Vitruvian scroll frieze, centered by two doors flanked by putti and griffin mounts, the interior with two shelves, on four tapering fluted legs, the backs of the mounts stamped 'FB'. Paris, circa 1890-1900. Ferdinand Barbedienne (French, 1810-1892) Was a highly important and prolific bronze founder of furniture mounts and more commonly, bronze sculpture including figures, animals, urns, clocks and candelabra. His signature Varied from hand written capitals to stamp in capitals,- Bronzes cast bear...

This magnificent pair of late 19th-century English commodes exemplifies the refined elegance and neoclassical artistry associated with the Adams style. Crafted circa 1890, each commo...

A stunning vintage French Bombe chest of drawers of small proportions. Beautiful Satin wood with marquetry inlay of rosewood and other ex...

Each with rectangular tops with rosewood banding, canted corners over a pair of doors each with green chinoiserie decorated doors and dividers. One shelf. Raised on square tapered ...

A fine English mahogany bow front chest with satinwood crossbanding to the top, with boxwood string inlays on the top and drawer fronts. A deep crotch mahogany is used on the drawer ...

A very fine French 19th century finely chased ormolu-mounted Regence style kingwood, tulipwood and satinwood marquetry and parquetry commode (dresser) with brêche d' alep marble-top....

English Adam style (18th Century) mahogany commode with 2 doors and satinwood inlaid figures, swags and decoration supported on carved square tapered feet (Attributed to INCE & M...

An exceptional quality antique chest of drawers finely hand crafted in Italy in the 19th century, featuring an intricately inlaid top,...

This magnificent Louis XVI commode manner of Jean-Henri Riesener is the kind of piece that stops you in your tracks—not because it shouts, but because it quietly radiates authority, refinement, and centuries of French craftsmanship. Everything about it feels considered, balanced, and purposeful, from the shimmering marble top to the exquisite marquetry panels framed in finely chased gilt bronze. The commode is veneered in richly figured woods, arranged in beautifully patterned marquetry, with a central panel depicting an elegant neoclassical still life—a classical urn, musical instruments, and flowering garlands—symbols of harmony, culture, and cultivated taste. This pictorial marquetry was a hallmark of the finest Parisian ébénistes of the late 18th century and required extraordinary skill to execute. The surrounding panels are laid in precise geometric parquetry, creating contrast and rhythm without overwhelming the eye. The ormolu mounts are of exceptional quality: crisp, finely chased, and perfectly integrated into the architecture of the piece. They accent the corners, frame the drawers, and flow seamlessly into the legs, which terminate in elegant sabots. These mounts were not mere decoration—they were status symbols, signaling that the commode was intended for an elite interior, likely a Parisian hôtel particulier or aristocratic residence. Topping it all is a beautifully shaped dark stone marble, its softly molded edge echoing the gentle curves of the façade below. The marble grounds the piece visually while adding a sense of permanence and luxury that only natural stone can provide. Who was Jean-Henri Riesener? Jean-Henri Riesener (1734–1806) was one of the greatest cabinetmakers of the Louis XVI period and served as ébéniste ordinaire to King Louis XVI. A German-born craftsman who rose to prominence in Paris, Riesener was celebrated for his refined neoclassical forms, masterful marquetry, and exceptional gilt bronze mounts. His clients included Marie Antoinette, members of the French court, and the most powerful families of pre-Revolutionary France. Today, his works reside in major museums such as the Louvre and the Palace of Versailles. Riesener’s furniture...

A gorgeous Neoclassical or French Regency Louis XVI style buffet server, bar cabinet, or commode By Karges USA, Late 20th Century Mahogany, with beautiful burled walnut top, inlai...

Stunning rouge marble-top French inlayed wood dresser with significant bronze ormolu. Very nice decorative piece.

This exquisite antique English satinwood commode from the 1920s is a remarkable example of the timeless Adams style—a neoclassical design tradition celebrated for its elegance, symme...

A fine Georgian Sheraton design selected satinwood serpentine commode of generous country house proportions. Thought to have been made originally for Lord Amherst for Montreal Park i...

Rouge marble top commode/chest of drawers having three drawers. Intricate floral marquetry inlay in Satinwood and tulipwood. Bronze mounts on front corner and at center bottom. Sabo...

An unusual early-19th century Colonial solid satinwood-faced chest of drawers, with cupboards below. Circa 1820. The carcass in solid rosewood and ebony. It features a broad ebony c...

One of the finest quality Antique English Geo. III period inlaid figured mahogany Chippendale style Chests on Chests or Tallboys we have had in years. With superlative marquetry inlays of satinwood quarter fans on the perimeter of each drawer as well as "Adam" style satinwood and ebony fan escutcheons, to the delicate checkered inlay on the cornice frieze, this Chest on Chest has it all. Please note that this is a superior made Chest on Chest having elm drawer linings versus the traditional oak or deal (pine) all standing upon handsome ogee feet. Please note the substantial number of images showing the great condition of this piece and the hand dovetailed top signifying the early Georgian date when this was done. Of great proportion and wonderful color, retaining what appears to be possibly its original "French Chippendale...

Antique Victorian English Walnut & Satinwood Inlay Glazed Pier Cabinet With Gilt Ormolu Mounts Internal Shelves Depth 20.5cm Height Base 27cm / Middle 26cm / Top 26cm Total In...

A fine mahogany empire chest of drawers or commode with satinwood inlays. Top drawer reveals storage compartments with lids and areas to h...

A fine marquetry veneered three drawer commode chest with marble top. These are often ordered as vanity units. When used as a Chest there are two handled drawers with the top drawer ...

This very fine formal transitional commode is of the period circa 1770 is crafted from oak secondary woods with tulipwood, kingwood and satinwood veneers. The break front form is enl...

Graceful and beautifully detailed, this French Louis XVI style commode reflects the refined decorative tradition that continued to inspire French cabinetmakers into the early 20th ce...

Antique French marble top commode with serpentine front, bronze mounts and parquestry drawer fronts. Top features small centre drawer...

English Adam style (19th Century) satinwood and rosewood trimmed 2 door commode with drawer and back rail.

This Fine Breccia Marble Top French Louis XV Bronze Mounted Commode, Circa 1920, is an exquisite example of French craftsmanship blending elegance and practicality. The commode featu...

Near pair of Edwards and Roberts chest of drawers in the Hepplewhite taste. The shaped tops one with a seprentine outline the other bow fronted with satinwood inlaid oval panel, with...

This commode has exceptional marquetry inlay in a foliate And floral design on all sides. It has the original finish And a graceful shape. It has two deep drawers that Slide well an...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of fully restored Sheraton Revival style Mahogany and Satinwood chests of drawers Please note th...

Scottish Hepplewhite mahogany four graduated chest of drawers with a upper brushing slide, satinwood and ebony string inlays, cross banding, original period oval brasses, lower flank...

Beautiful Directoire or Late Louis XVI Commode or Chest of Drawers. Satinwood panels and drawer fronts. Original hardware. Original White Marble Top with Bronze Gallery. Toupe Fe...

A fine quality late 18th century Sheraton period demilune commode, boxwood and ebony strung throughout, having Coromandel wood crossbanded top with cen...

Italian Inlaid satinwood cylinder top secretary desk chest drawers dresser mint!

A FINE GEORGE III SATINWOOD AND AMARANTH DEMI-LUNE COMMODE ATTRIBUTED TO GILLOWS, CIRCA 1790. Retains all it’s original gilt-brass handles.

Fine Satinwood inlaid & Painted 2 door Demi Lune Commode by Maple & Co circa 1900 Segmented Satinwood , Burr Walnut & Tulip banding Sunburst top with cross banding, Two door cupboard base , open to reveal single shelf interior, sitting on 4 tapering legs with brass castors, Decorated with Burr walnut oval panels, floral oval inlaid centre,tulip banding around, Painted with Floral & Ribbon Decoration Tulip banding around outside doors & panels, Floral Painted decoration on legs, Maple & Co Badge on R/h inside door...

French Louis XV-Transition Chest of Drawers, circa 1770–1780 Elegant French Louis XV-Transition chest of drawers from around 1770–1780, featuring three spacious drawers set on gracef...

Continental Dutch (18th/19th Century) satinwood commode cabinet with 2 drawers above to doors with floral marquetry panels.

George III satinwood and marquetry cabinet. Satinwood was used as the background for the delicate inlaid marquetry designs. Satinwood, from India, gains its distinctive soft and subt...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning period perfect lightly restored Circa 1780-1820 Georgian salesman sample Chest of drawers whic...

This exceptional French Louis XV secretary, crafted around 1770, is a stunning example of 18th-century craftsmanship. Featuring breathtaking ...

Louis XV secretaire, France, 1770. Beautiful walnut veneer with plum, satinwood and kingwood marquetry. Exquisite figural marquetry on the outside of the writing top. The writing ...

Pair of English Regency style ebonized 2 grill door commodes with brass inlay and satinwood trim (PRICED AS Pair).

This elegant French commode, crafted in the Louis XV style, dates most likely from the second half of the 19th century. It displays the graceful bombé silhouette and refined cabriole...

Inspired by the great tradition of eighteenth century French cabinetmaking, this elegant commode brings together finely figured veneers, intricate marquetry, ormolu mounts and richly...

This remarkable chest of drawers, boasting the elegant Louis XVI Style, dates back to the late 19th century. Comprising five drawers, this commode features exquisite marquetry work t...

A stunning and high quality pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI period Satinwood, Mahogany, Ormolu, and Rosa Alicante marble commodes. Each two drawer chest is raised by square ta...

An elegant pair of French Louis XV style demi-lune commodes, crafted during the late 19th to early 20th century with exceptional attention to detail and classical proportions. Richly...

A fine French antique, circa 1900, Transitional Louis XV - XVI style marble-top chest of drawers commode. Hand-crafted in France in the early 20th century, exceptionally executed in 18th century Regence taste, of excellent quality, craftsmanship and solid wood construction, featuring stunning matched veneer and banded serpentine shaped case, fitted with three graduated dovetailed drawers. Each drawer affixed with original patinated gilt brass Rocaille pulls flanking ornate complimentary escutcheons, over chiseled gilt bronze mounted scalloped apron, rising on tapered French transition legs, ending in sabots. Topped with the original rouge red marble...

Satinwood music chest, having raised gallery and musical painted motif. The rectangular top with moulded edge, above five drawers fitted with brass knob ha...

​Italian Made Louis XVI Style Ormolu Inlaid Marble Top Dresser Chest Commode Dimensions : 56" Wide X 22" Deep X 38" Tall This gorgeous commode was hand made in Italy and is excelle...

This antique English commode is a truly spectacular piece of craftsmanship, with an equally fascinating history. Its design has been attributed to the master furniture maker Pierre Langlois (English, active 1754-1781), who, it is thought, was commissioned to build it for 1st Earl of Carnarvon Henry Herbert (1741-1811). Herbert's home, Highclere Castle...

A fine late 18th century Sheraton period fiddle back mahogany demilune commode, satinwood crossbanded, green line and interlaced leaf inlaid throughout. The piece with two real and t...

An exquisite 19th century Rococo secretary in mahogany with bombe front & sides, with floral & foliate inlays in tulipwood, kingwood & satinwood on the top, front panels of the drawe...