Antique Louis XVI Round Side Table Walnut 1780
- Dimensions :
- H64 x W49 x D49
- Color :
- brown
- Material :
- wood
- Style :
- classic
Offered by Antik Center Berlin, specialists in European fine art, antique furniture and decorative objects. This elegant round drum table exemplifies late 18th-century Louis XVI craftsmanship. The piece showcases the neoclassical elegance and refined proportions that define this celebrated period of French furniture design. Materials and Features: Crafted from cherry wood with warm, reddish-brown tones highly prized during the Louis XVI period. The circular top features a striking sunburst veneer pattern radiating from the center. Four tapered legs are elegantly turned with hand-carved decorative details and brass caps at the feet. The cylindrical body contains one fully functional drawer with original brass pull handle. Condition: Professionally restored and now in flawless condition. The cherry wood displays its natural beauty with rich patina from over two centuries of aging. Provenance: Documented provenance from Berlin. Purchased in 1984 from an antique shop by a private collector with original receipt. The piece has remained in careful private ownership. Historical Context: The Louis XVI period (1774-1792) marked the height of neoclassical furniture design. This drum table embodies these principles with its circular form, fluted legs, and restrained elegance. Use: Works beautifully as a side table, bedside cabinet, or display table. Perfect for entryways, living rooms, or bedrooms requiring sophisticated European antique furniture with authentic 18th-century provenance. „Professional sale with a 14-day right of withdrawal for consumers. In case of withdrawal, the buyer bears the direct costs of return shipping and must ensure safe, secure packing and transport.“