A French Louis XV kingwood, marquetry-inlaid and ormolu-mounted commode, of serpentine outline, the brèche d'Alep marble top above two drawers with scrolling floral decoration and set with rococo handles and mounts, raised on splayed supports terminating in sabots, 133cm wide 61cm deep 90cm high Provenance: Farm House, Farm Street, Mayfair, London. Condition report: Scratches and wear to top of marble. Some filled and stablised areas. Small chips and losses throughout. The whole body having been re-finished and evidence of French polishing. Splits, losses and lifting to veneer and inlay. Evidence that handles and locks are later. Splits, knocks and repair to drawers and carcass. General wear commensurate with age.