Louis Philippe Carved Walnut Marble Top Commode, 19th c., the reeded edge highly figured black marble over a cavetto frieze drawer and three deep drawers, on a plinth base with a "secret" drawer, on ogee block feet, H.- 37 1/2 in., W.- 49 in., D.- 21 in.

Condition consistent with age and use. An approximate 1 ½ inch chip is seen in the back right corner of the marble. Scattered scratches are observed throughout the marble, including two approximate 12 inch shallow scratches. A 2 inch circle of brown residue is observed near the back edge. An approximate 3 inch raised area is seen near the right. A key is present. An 1/8 inch gap is noted between the molding and the base. Moderate wear and beetle holes are seen in the front feet. An approximate 1 inch chip is noted near the bottom. Two vertical cracks are observed in the left and right sides. Two 1 cm gouges are noted in the drawers. Two ½ inch chips are seen below the marble. A slightly raised texture and darker discoloration is seen intermittently throughout the finish, especially above the first drawer. Light wear is seen to the top three drawers. A lovely piece. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS." NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.