Monalisa Marquetry Chest

• Material: It is made of dark, richly grained Beech wood with a glossy finish.

• Top: The top is a thick slab of black marble with subtle white and grey veining.

• Shape: The body is characterized by a serpentine and bombe shape (curved sides and front).

• Decoration: It is heavily adorned with intricate ormolu (gilt-bronze) mounts.

  • The mounts frame the top, edges, and form flowing, swirling acanthus leaf patterns across the front.

  • The main front panel features a detailed marquetry (wood inlay) design depicting a trophy of arms—with a classical shield, flags, arrows, spears, and possibly a helmet and other weapons—all tied together with a gilded bow.

• Legs: The piece stands on four elegant, slender legs with pronounced cabriole curves, also embellished with full-length gilt-bronze mounts

Dimensions: 120 cm L × 65 cm D × 85 cm H