A richly carved 19th-century Italian Baroque centre table, in European walnut and set with a later Pink Salome marble top, making a dramatic and elegant interior statement.
Date: 19th Century
Origin: Italy
Material: European walnut with later Pink Salome marble top
Features: Rectangular form; carved scrollwork; four shields; clam shell design to central stretcher; lion paw feet; bevelled marble top with distinctive veining
Condition: Excellent antique condition; marble top a later replacement
Dimensions: H: 83cm (32.7'') | W: 125cm (49.2'') | D: 79cm (31.1'')
Delivery: Not included - please use the Request Delivery Quote feature before completing your order
Heritage & Craftsmanship
This impressive Italian Baroque centre table dates to the 19th century and is crafted from European walnut. The rectangular frame is richly carved, with four shields set among scrolling ornament, and a central stretcher adorned with a bold clam shell motif. The table stands on subs
...tantial lion paw feet, a hallmark of grandeur in Baroque design.
The top is fitted with a later replacement in Pink Salome marble - a stone prized for its distinctive pink, violet, lilac, and grey tones with prominent veining. The marble is raised and finished with a bevelled edge, adding both texture and refinement to the composition.
Visual Details
The walnut base has been stripped to reveal the natural warmth of the timber, allowing the crispness of the carving to stand out. The shields and scrolls are deeply modelled, while the clam shell stretcher provides a strong focal point. The marble’s veining creates a striking contrast against the golden-brown wood, making the table as much a work of art as a functional piece of furniture.
Styling Suggestions
Perfect as a centre table in a grand hallway, this piece also works beautifully as a console or display table in a reception room. Its scale and decorative presence make it ideal for interiors that embrace classical, eclectic, or maximalist styles.
Sustainable Style
Thank you for choosing antique items - when purchasing this you preserve a piece of working heritage while reducing the demand for newly manufactured display furniture. Antiques like this carry both environmental and cultural value making this both an aesthetic and environmental decision. Without demand for restoration and conservation, the master-craftsmen capable of keeping traditional skills alive and keeping beautiful original items in circulation such work will become increasingly rare.
Purchase with Confidence
At White’s Antiques, every piece is carefully selected for quality, authenticity, and character.
Transparent Condition Details: Please examine all photographs carefully for a complete understanding of each item’s condition. These images form a crucial part of our detailed condition report, offering clear insights into the craftsmanship, patina, and quality of this piece.
Trusted Heritage: We are an established and successful business with many happy clients from both trade and private sectors. You are warmly invited to visit our beautiful showroom and shop in West Sussex to experience our collection firsthand.
Delivery: We do not include delivery in our prices, as this depends on factors such as location and access. Options include:
Arrange your own collection from our address
Use the Request Delivery Quote feature on the listing
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Export/Worldwide Shipping: Please request a quotation from any of the following, quoting the item link:
Alan Smith Europe: info@alansmitheurope.com
Charlie Godwin: guildford@packsend.co.uk
Neil Curl Transport: neil@neilcurltransport.co.uk
Simon Hall Limited: exportdesk@simonhalllimited.com
We do not include delivery in our prices as this is dependent upon many factors such as whether it is mainland or overseas. The following options are available to you:-
• You can arrange your own collection from our address
• You can fill in the delivery request option
• You can email us for further information if there is more than one item
• Proovia Delivery offer a 2 man delivery system
Internal Reference: EP023
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1164444
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 83cm (32.7inches)Width is 125cm (49.2inches)Depth is 79cm (31.1inches)
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