French Gilt Side Table 19th Century | Sellingantiques.co.uk

Name: 19th Century French Gilt Side Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1206672
Price: 1500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSide Tables
Period19th century
StyleLouis XVI Style
MaterialGiltwood, Marble, Wood, Gesso
ColourGold
MotifsFluted legs, Carved frieze, Central medallion, Urn finial
SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 63 cm (25 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

This nineteenth-century French Louis XVI style side table stands 73 cm high, 63 cm wide, and 42 cm deep. It is formed from wood and gesso with a gold giltwood finish, supporting a variegated red, brown, and yellow marble top. The piece demonstrates careful craftsmanship through its carved frieze containing a central medallion, fluted tapered legs, and a curved stretcher centred with an urn finial. Appropriate for placement beside the front door, this decorative table functions as a practical surface for everyday items in a hallway or living space. The aged gilt surface shows subtle wear across its intricate mouldings, complementing period interiors seeking classic European character.

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Tables of this period typically draw inspiration from classical antiquity, featuring linear geometry, fluted tapered legs, water-gilded wood finishes, and thick shaped marble tops. Common decorative elements include frieze garlands, central medallions, and urn-adorned stretchers.

These tables were constructed using solid hardwood frames overlaid with carved gesso and gold leaf gilding. Tops were frequently cut from natural variegated marble, such as Breccia or Rouge Royal, providing a durable and decorative surface.

Authentic period giltwood often shows natural signs of age, including red or yellow bole clay undercoating visible through worn gold leaf. Hand-carved timber joinery, irregular gilding wear, and hand-cut marble edges further indicate historical manufacturing techniques.

A gilt side table acts as a focal accent when contrasted against neutral or dark contemporary walls. Placement in an entryway or living area provides a surface for displaying minimalist ceramic urns, modern lamps, or small table accessories.

Dust giltwood surfaces gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush, avoiding liquid cleaners which can dissolve the water-gesso coating. The marble top should be cleaned using pH-neutral soap and a damp cloth, with immediate drying to prevent mineral staining.

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