A Louis XV ormolu-mounted kingwood and parquetry commode, circa 1740, stamped B. Peridiez, the mounts struck with the Crowned C poinçon

with a serpentine fronted brèche d'alep marble top, the case with  two short above one long drawer fitted with voluted ormolu handles and keyhole escutcheons, fitted with ormolu apron mount, chutes and sabots. 

Stamped twice on the top front right and left side. The marble top is original to the piece and in wonderfully preserved condition, with its original patina, surface abrasions, scratches and wear consistent with age and use. Small restorations to the veneer, particularly to the border underneath the marble top. Minor losses to the veneer along the top left drawer, the left side of the border between the drawers and the top left section of the long drawer. With further losses to the left side of the apron. Horizontal age cracks and minor losses to the sides. Minor marks and dents around the ormolu chutes. Greater losses of veneer to the back and sides of the back legs, and the backs of the front legs. The apron has been reinforced underneath, with a visible screw along the left side of the front of the apron. Old worm to the back and small section of the left side, as revealed by a minor loss of veneer. Some rubbing to the mounts, with traces of verdigris in areas, and general surface dirt, particularly to the sabots. The mounts original to the piece. In otherwise good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Brice Peridiez, maître before 1737, d. 1757

The 'C Couronné poinçon', (Crowned C) was a tax mark struck on any alloy incorporating copper, produced or offered for sale between March 1745 and February 1749.