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Lot Essay
This curvaceous serpentine marquetry commode can be attributed to Pierre Langlois (1718-1767) on account of its form, the quality of the marquetry and the use of lavish ormolu mounts, which were probably supplied by Dominique Jean. Although of smaller scale, and with a more traditional marquetry top, it is closely related to lot 82 in this collection, also thought to be by Pierre Langlois.
Both commodes share the same scrolling foliate angle mount which is seen on several commodes, including one at West Wycombe, attributed by Thornton and Rieder to Pierre Langlois and the same bifurcated foot mount. Another typical Langlois feature is the use of striped laburnum banding which provides contrast to the more whimsical scrolling marquetry panels. Constructional features such as the chamfered panelled back with a black wash also indicate Langlois’s workshop.
For further information on Langlois please see lot 82.
Both commodes share the same scrolling foliate angle mount which is seen on several commodes, including one at West Wycombe, attributed by Thornton and Rieder to Pierre Langlois and the same bifurcated foot mount. Another typical Langlois feature is the use of striped laburnum banding which provides contrast to the more whimsical scrolling marquetry panels. Constructional features such as the chamfered panelled back with a black wash also indicate Langlois’s workshop.
For further information on Langlois please see lot 82.