Empire-Style Mahogany and Marble-Top Commode

late 19th century, the rectangular gray marble top above a conforming case fitted with a frieze drawer over three long recessed drawers, flanked to either side by ormolu maiden's-head columns and raised on block feet.
h. 36-3/4", w. 51", d. 23"

Provenance: Royal Antiques, New Orleans, Louisiana.

In overall good condition. There is a filled shrinkage crack to the left side of the case. Another minor shrinkage crack near the back edge of the right side. Minor dings and scuffs consistent with age and use. The drawers are clean. The interior drawer bottoms have been relined with new wood. The ormolu mounts appear to be brass.