Pair of Neoclassical Chests of Drawers with Figural Marquetry, Italy, 18th Century

Pair of Neoclassical chests of drawers from Italy, 18th century, with later marble tops dating from the 19th century. The three-drawer chests feature elaborate marquetry in various woods. The fronts are decorated with finely executed scrolling foliage and leaf motifs, arranged symmetrically around a central octagonal medallion depicting figures. Narrow contrasting inlaid bands frame the drawer fronts, while continuous friezes of stylized floral and foliate motifs decorate the edges of the cases. The sides are similarly decorated with figural medallions and ornamental scrolling foliage. The chests stand on short turned feet and feature round metal mounts with relief decoration. The chests are topped with gray marble slabs dating from the 19th century.