French Painted Bedside Tables 19th Century

Name: A Pair of 19th C French Painted Bedside or Lamp Tables
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1220568
Price: 1350 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectBedside Tables
Period19th century
StyleFrench Neoclassical
MaterialPainted Wood, Marble
ColourGrey
MotifsFluted legs, Marble top, Panelled cupboard door, Lower tier shelf
SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

This matched pair of nineteenth-century French Neoclassical bedside or lamp tables is constructed from painted wood and pink marble. Each oval piece exhibits a grey painted finish, a single upper drawer fitted with a small round wooden knob, and a panelled cupboard door below secured with a matching knob. The structure is supported by fluted cylindrical legs that extend downwards past a lower circular tier shelf. Visible details include delicate mouldings around the drawer and door panels, along with subtle distressing across the painted surfaces. Measuring 84 cm high, 47 cm wide, and 42 cm deep, these compact bedside tables suit placement in a bedroom beside a bed or in a living space at the end of a sofa. The smooth marble surface provides a durable resting place for lamps, books, or decorative objects, while the lower shelf and interior compartment offer practical storage options for domestic use.

FAQs

Louis XVI style bedside tables typically feature neoclassical design elements such as straight fluted legs, geometric panel moulding, and symmetrical proportions. They were frequently crafted with painted finishes and fitted with durable marble tops to serve as functional tables de chevet in private bedrooms.

These tables were commonly constructed from native hardwoods like beech, oak, or fruitwood, which were subsequently painted or lacquered. The tops were frequently inset with marble, such as Rouge Royale or Griotte, offering a practical and decorative surface.

Authentic 19th-century pieces often exhibit hand-carved fluting, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and natural wear along the painted edges and handles. Drawer interiors and undersides typically display hand-planed timber consistent with historical crafting techniques.

A pair of painted tables can flank an upholstered bed to add historical contrast without overpowering contemporary decor. Their neutral painted finish complements both crisp white bed linens and muted room palettes, while marble surfaces add subtle texture.

Dust painted wooden surfaces regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that could degrade the finish. Clean marble tops with a pH-neutral stone cleaner and promptly wipe away liquid spills to avoid staining.

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A Pair of 19th C French Painted Bedside or Lamp Tables

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