painting dresser - remove or keep flourish? (PIP)

[simpsongal]

I'm painting my grandmother's french provincial furniture for my daughter's next room.  Probably going to be a deep royal blue.  I'll probably repaint the gold highlights again (not sure yet).

Should I keep or remove the flourish on the bottom?  I'm leaning towards remove.

(sorry it's on its side, here's the night stand)

[Ramz-ee]

Personally, I would remove it. It's not my style.

[momin2013]

I would remove; I think it makes it look too busy.

[mrs.jacinthe]

If you're painting it the same color as the rest of the piece, I'd keep it. I think it's interesting.

If you'd be painting it another color, take it off.

[definitelyO]

I agree with removing - I think it takes away from the handles, which I love.

[pooh8402]

remove. I agree with definitelyO.

[simpsongal]

Thanks guys - I'm going to remove!