Skip to content
Lot 2792

French Bombay Inley Chest w/ Ormolu

This auction ended on October 25, 2026. See upcoming auctions from B & H Auction.
Lot number2792
AuctionPremier Gallery Auction: MCM, Fine Glass, Art, Coins & More
DateOctober 25, 2026 at 1:00 pm ET
Auction houseB & H Auction
LocationDanville, Virginia

Description

French Bombay style two-drawer chest featuring a bombe form with elegant curved silhouette. The piece showcases intricate parquetry inlay work in a diamond lattice pattern across the drawer fronts. Ornate gilt bronze ormolu mounts adorn the corners,drawer pulls, and apron, featuring foliate and rocaille motifs characteristic of Louis XV styling. The sides display bookmatched kingwood veneer in a chevron pattern. Topped with a shaped verde antico marble surface with beveled edge. Cabriole legs