Antique 18th Century Louis XV French Provincial Rococo Cherry Commode Chest 1750 Decorative Arts The painting at sight without

The painting at sight without frame 24" x 19"

Sir John Hayter (1800-1895) was a very well respected & successful portrait artist who was long lived and very prolific

the locks function and a key is present

Saint Modestos served as the Archbishop of Jerusalem in the 7th century

he is most renowned for his gouache works

Antique 18th Century Louis XV French Provincial Rococo Cherry Commode Chest 1750 Decorative Arts The painting at sight withoutA fine period 18th century antique Louis XV French provincial cherry wood two drawer serpentine commode, circa 1760. This very elegant antique commode is sometimes referred to as a "Commode Sauteuse" meaning to leap or jump, as the elongated cabriole legs gives the impression that it leap from the ground. The chest crafted from sold cherry wood with a warm rich luminous honey colored patina, the two drawers of serpentine shape with elegant