Highly Decorative Late 18thc French Empire Mahogany Gueridon Table of Small Proportions

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A highly decorative late 18th/early 19th century French Empire mahogany and marble gueridon table of small proportions.

This table consists of a Black fossil marble top in very good condition leading down to a finely figured veneered mahogany frieze with three ormolu laurel wreath mounts, these positioned above each of the eagle heads of the base.

This leads down to the unusual tri-form base consisting of three superbly carved and painted legs, finished to resemble bronze, these comprising of eagle heads to the top, feather and leaf carved decoration with a tri-form mahogany support below and carved floral paterae terminating with three hairy paw feet of bold proportion.

This table is in very good condition for age, is of stable construction and can go straight into a home.

Size:

Height: 33'' / 83.75cm

Width: 21'' / 53.25cm

Depth: 21'' / 53.25cm

Diameter of marble top: 20'' / 50.75cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

83.8cm (32.99")

Width

53.2cm (20.94")

Depth

53.2cm (20.94")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA746439

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS1205

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos:

www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A highly decorative late 18th/early 19th century French Empire mahogany and marble gueridon table of small proportions.

This table consists of a Black fossil marble top in very good condition leading down to a finely figured veneered mahogany frieze with three ormolu laurel wreath mounts, these positioned above each of the eagle heads of the base.

fig 1. Highly decorative late 18thc French Empire mahogany gueridon table of small proportions — fig 1. Highly Decorative Late 18thc French Empire Mahogany Gueridon Table of Small Proportions

This leads down to the unusual tri-form base consisting of three superbly carved and painted legs, finished to resemble bronze, these comprising of eagle heads to the top, feather and leaf carved decoration with a tri-form mahogany support below and carved floral paterae terminating with three hairy paw feet of bold proportion.