Side table - Octagonal Mahogany Side Table with Inlaid Marquetry Top - Wood

Octagonal Mahogany Side Table with Inlaid Marquetry Top

This small-scale octagonal table presents a refined example of early 20th-century European decorative furniture, combining restrained proportions with ornamental surface detail. The inlaid top and elegant cabriole legs give the piece visual presence without excess, making it suitable as a side table, lamp table, or occasional table in both classic and eclectic interiors.

Manufacturer and origin
European workshop, likely Western Europe

Year of manufacture
Circa 1920-1930

Style and use
Late Victorian to early Edwardian decorative furniture
Intended as a side table or occasional table

Materials
Mahogany veneer and solid wood structure
Marquetry inlay to the tabletop and lower stretcher

Condition
Good antique condition
Visible surface scratches and wear to the tabletop consistent with age and use
Minor veneer wear in places, no structural instability observed
Original patina retained

Basis for value
The value is supported by the octagonal form, decorative marquetry work, and solid craftsmanship typical of early 20th-century furniture. The piece remains structurally sound and unaltered, with original decorative elements intact.

Context of production
Octagonal tables with inlaid tops were popular in Europe around the turn of the 20th century, reflecting a transition from Victorian ornamentation to more restrained Edwardian design. Such pieces were produced for domestic interiors where decorative refinement and functional versatility were required.

Dimensions
Height: 74 cm
Width: 55 cm
Depth: 55 cm



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