Comelli, Louis XV style commode, Chinese style lacquer, 1950’s

Walter Comelli, signed.

Louis XV style commode opening by two front drawers on two levels without crossbar and standing on four cabriole legs. Bulged shape and scalloped inferior drawer.
Black lacquer decor adorned with gilt lake landscapes with fishermen, pagodas, mountains and trees. On both sides, a similar decor.
Rocaille style chiselled and gilt bronzes ornamentation such as cartouches, acanthus leaves and c-crests on angles, handles, shoes, apron and keyholes.
Scalloped and molded Purple Brocatelle of Jura marble top.

Scalloped gilt bronze key.

Work realized in the 1950’s.

Dimensions : H 83 x W 105 x D 51 cm.

Reference : LS41781881

Walter Comelli (1920-2000) was born in Parma, Italy, but worked and lived in Haute-Savoie (France) until his death. Illustrator and painter, lover of art in general, he dedicated himself to art craft by creating his workshop, active between 1942 and 1981, in which he regained techniques of the 18th century of lacquers and Martin varnish. Locally recognized by the Great department prize of professions for his whole work of lacquer master in 1981, he was also recognized on the international level. He participated on the restorations of prestigious collections such as a Louis XVI commode owned by Marie-Antoinette or a desk and a red lacquer corner cabinet owns by the Prince Aga Khan.