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Living room table or small oval writing desk in Luigi Filippo style – Italy, mid-19th century – Solid walnut

Elegant oval table dating from the Luigi Filippo period (circa 1850-1870), made of solid walnut with a quality of craftsmanship typical of the finest Italian cabinetry of the nineteenth century. The piece features a refined and lightweight structure, with a sinuous and proportioned line, ideal as a coffee table, salon table, entrance table, or as a small functional writing desk.

Stylistic and constructive features

The table fully embodies the aesthetic standards of the Louis Philippe period.
Oval piano with a shaped edge and a thin perimeter molding.
Lower fascia richly profiled, with a wavy course and lightly grooved decoration.
Concealed central drawer with a perfectly integrated door in the band and original knob. The inside of the drawer is lined with vintage green cloth, a typical detail of furniture intended for writing or sewing.
Spiral-shaped arm, elegantly carved, connected to the structure with shaped elements that provide stability and lightness.
Lower curved elements that meet at the center in an important turned element, a small decorative capital that serves as an aesthetic and structural balance point.
Original well-preserved patina, highlighting the quality of the walnut and its warm, regular grain.

Era and origin
Northern Italy, probably the Lombardy-Veneto area.
Period of Luigi Filippo, circa 1850-1870.
Handcrafted, not mass-produced.

Usage

This table was originally designed as a living room table or a light writing desk. The only central drawer makes it suitable for storing small objects, writing tools, or embroidery work. Today, it can be used as:
Entryway table or central console.
decorative writing desk
reading table
Side table in the living room.
Decor element in classic or eclectic environments.

Conditions

The table is in good overall condition compatible with its age.
There are small superficial signs of use on the surface and minor natural wood cracks, typical of 19th-century furniture. Stable structure and functioning drawer. No recent invasive interventions, patina preserved.

Dimensions
Length: 100 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Height: 80 cm

Shipping
Professional packaging with multiple protections (bubble wrap, reinforced cardboard, corner protectors).
Shipping on pallets via a specialized courier for antique furniture transportation.
Tracking available.
On-site pickup possible by appointment.

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ENGLISH DESCRIPTION (very detailed version)

Oval salon table or small writing desk in Louis Philippe style – Italy, mid-19th century – Solid walnut

Refined oval table dating from the Louis Philippe period (approximately 1850–1870), crafted in solid walnut with excellent workmanship typical of high-quality Italian cabinetmaking of the nineteenth century. The table features an elegant and well-balanced silhouette, suitable both as a centre table and as an occasional writing desk.

Stylistic and structural features

The table fully reflects the aesthetic principles of the Louis Philippe style.
Oval top with shaped moulded edge and finely profiled perimeter.
Decorative apron with a gently scalloped lower edge and refined moulding.
Central concealed drawer perfectly integrated into the apron, retaining its original turned knob; the drawer interior is lined with period green felt, commonly used in writing or sewing furniture.
Gracefully shaped cabriole legs, carved and joined to the structure through shaped supports that enhance stability and fluidity.
Lower stretcher with curved elements converging toward a central turned finial, a characteristic decorative element providing both visual balance and structural reinforcement.
Original patina in excellent condition, highlighting the warmth and depth of the walnut grain.

Period and provenance
Northern Italy, likely Lombardy or Veneto.
Louis Philippe period, circa 1850–1870.
Handcrafted piece, not a serial production item.

Intended use

Originally designed as a salon table or light writing desk, equipped with a drawer suitable for writing tools or small sewing accessories. Today it can be used as:
An entry or hall table.
a decorative writing desk
a reading or side table
a living room centerpiece
• a feature piece in classic or eclectic interiors.

Condition

Good overall condition consistent with age.
Minor wear on the top surface and small natural wood movements typical of nineteenth-century furniture. The structure is solid and the drawer operates well. Original patina preserved; no recent invasive restoration.

Dimensions
Length: 100 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Height: 80 cm

Shipping
Professional packaging with multiple protective layers (bubble wrap, reinforced cardboard, corner protectors).
Shipment on a pallet via specialised courier for antique furniture.
Tracking available
Local pickup available upon request.