Side table - Mahogany, Gilt brass
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Mahogany coffee table with brass inlay, Louis XV style
This elegant tea table embodies the refined French Louis XV style, characterized by sinuous lines, tapered cabriole legs, and precious brass inlays. Made between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it reflects the taste for the revival of historical styles that dominated the Victorian and Edwardian era. Tables of this type were used in bourgeois drawing rooms to serve tea and as prestigious decorative elements, bearing witness to the refined lifestyle of the period.
These pieces are particularly valued by collectors of French antique furniture and by enthusiasts of period interiors for their craftsmanship and versatility. The brass inlays significantly enhance the piece's value and appeal, making it a particularly prized example. The double tier and compact proportions make it perfect both as a functional piece and as a decorative item in classic and elegant interiors. The European market, especially in France and Italy, shows a steady interest in these tables that embody the timeless charm of the Rococo-inspired style with the preciousness of metal inlays.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
Translated by Google TranslateMahogany coffee table with brass inlay, Louis XV style
This elegant tea table embodies the refined French Louis XV style, characterized by sinuous lines, tapered cabriole legs, and precious brass inlays. Made between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it reflects the taste for the revival of historical styles that dominated the Victorian and Edwardian era. Tables of this type were used in bourgeois drawing rooms to serve tea and as prestigious decorative elements, bearing witness to the refined lifestyle of the period.
These pieces are particularly valued by collectors of French antique furniture and by enthusiasts of period interiors for their craftsmanship and versatility. The brass inlays significantly enhance the piece's value and appeal, making it a particularly prized example. The double tier and compact proportions make it perfect both as a functional piece and as a decorative item in classic and elegant interiors. The European market, especially in France and Italy, shows a steady interest in these tables that embody the timeless charm of the Rococo-inspired style with the preciousness of metal inlays.
Seller's Story
Welcome to our profile. We are antique enthusiasts with a deep passion for art, history, and the charm of the past, cultivated through years of research and dedication. On Catawiki we offer a careful and curated selection of antiques: from period furniture to refined objets d'art, up to paintings and sculptures of quality.
Our goal is to offer collectors and lovers of beauty authentic pieces, selected rigorously for their quality, rarity, and condition. We guarantee maximum transparency in descriptions, detailed photographs, and secure and professional packaging, so that these wonders of the past can reach your homes intact to continue their story.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1400-1900
Weight
9 kg
Style subtype
Louis XV
Country of origin
France
Material
Gilt brass, Mahogany
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
91 cm
Width
80 cm
Depth
49 cm
Height of the underside of the table
62 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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