Pair of Louis XVI Style Chests of Drawers, 1920s

Pair of decorative Louis XVI style chests of drawers dating from the 1920s. The three-drawer chests are distinguished by their elaborate geometric marquetry in various fine woods and richly ornamented gilt bronze mounts. The fronts are divided into three sections featuring fine diamond-pattern marquetry, framed by decorative moldings and rosettes. The upper drawers are embellished with pierced bronze friezes featuring a repeating circular motif. The slightly curved legs are fitted with gilt bronze mounts and sabots. Additional bronze ornaments decorate the front corners and the shaped apron beneath the central drawer. The sides feature geometric veneered panels framed by contrasting banding. The chests are topped with profiled gray and white veined marble slabs.