Louis XVI style black-painted commode, Maitland-Smith, 20th c., having shaped top, over three frieze drawers, and two long drawers, parcel-gilt Chinoiserie decoration throughout with pagodas and architecturals under pine and willow trees, framed by fluted corner posts, ending on tapered legs with drapery swags, retaining maker plaque at interior of central frieze drawer, approx 32.5"h, 42"w, 19"d

02.03.26: I note that the commode is structurally sturdy, the black painted finish having intentional texturing appearing as craquelure, and is overall well-retained, with some scattered minor surface wear, which is sparse, such as light abrasions, small scuffs, and a couple of minute paint chips commensurate with use, gilded decoration is also well-preserved and free from notable losses, drawers operate smoothly and retain clean interiors

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