French Louis XV Nightstands, Set of 2

A fine pair of French bedside cabinets in the Louis XV style crafted in kingwood and richly decorated with intricate marquetry Bought from a dealer on Marche Biron at Paris antiques marketsy The serpentine bombe fronts lend a graceful, flowing silhouette, typical of mid-18th y century French design, while the warm tones of the veneers are offset by finely detailed inlaid motifs across the top, drawer fronts, and lower shelfy Each cabinet is fitted with three drawers, all adorned with elegant marquetry panels featuring scrolling foliage and stylised floral forms, framed by contrasting veneers that enhance depth and visual interesty The shaped tops echo the curves of the body below, creating a cohesive and harmonious designy Ornate gilt bronze mounts accent the corners and feet, adding a refined decorative flourish while also protecting the structureb an authentic hallmark of French craftsmanshipy The lower tier provides additional display or storage space, also decorated with matching marquetry, reinforcing the symmetry and balance of the pairy Elegant and highly decorative, these cabinets are ideal as bedside tables or occasional pieces, bringing a sense of classic French luxury and craftsmanship to both traditional and eclectic interiors.y Offered in great shape Dimensions are in inches (CM):y Width x Depth x Heighty 13.5 (34.3) x 11.5 (29.2) x 32 (81.3)y y FT