Empire gueridon in mottled maple with a blue stone top, 19th century.

Empire gueridon in mottled maple with a blue stone top from the 19th century. France. Round column/nightstand in Biedermeier style, circa 1825–1845, featuring an elegant cylindrical shaft veneered in birch or mottled maple, honey tone highlighted with fine black lines. Original black marble top, moulded base with a plinth. A discreet door opens to practical internal storage. A warm and understated accent piece, ideal as an end table, nightstand, or sculpture support in a classic or contemporary interior.