PARIS, circa 1760, reminiscent of the work of Pierre ROUSSEL - Lot 114

PARIS, circa 1760, reminiscent of the work of Pierre ROUSSEL (1723–1782). A large half-moon-shaped chest of drawers made of curly-grained veneer set within alternating fillet frames. It is adorned with rich marquetry at the ends and on the front, featuring vases with flowers on checkered entablatures and a draped musical trophy. It opens with two drawers without crossbars, framed by sides with simulated fluting, and rests on four sheathed legs with delicate clasp decoration against a background of olive wood veneer. Gilded bronze ornamentation adorns the side panels, lock openings, pull rings, and feet. The top is made of veined gray marble with a cavetto molding. Louis XVI period. Height: 89 cm Width: 129 cm Depth: 58.5 cm Normal wear and tear; handle reattached; cracks.