French Empire Console Tables 19th Century

Name: Pair French Console Tables Empire Circa 1890
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA919593
Price: 4500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectConsole Tables
Period19th century
StyleFrench Empire
MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Ormolu
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsGilt-bronze rosettes, Curved undertier stretcher, Tapered square legs, Crossbanded inlay
SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 124 cm (49 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This pair of French Empire style console tables dates from circa 1890. Each rectangular table combines warm brown mahogany and satinwood timber with polished ormolu mounts, featuring crossbanded inlay along the frieze and top edges, gilt-bronze rosette hardware on the drawers and corners, and brass-capped round feet beneath tapered square legs. The two tables stand 83 cm high, 124 cm wide, and 60 cm deep. Position these console tables against narrow wall spaces in a hallway, dining room, or living area to hold lamps, mirrors, or decorative objects. Their clean, minimal silhouette suits contemporary interiors as well as traditional chateau-inspired schemes.

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French Empire style furniture, originating during Napoleon Bonapartes reign, is defined by classical architectural symmetry, bold geometric forms, rich wood veneers like mahogany, and decorative gilt-bronze ormolu mounts featuring neoclassical motifs.

Pieces from this period were commonly constructed using high-grade mahogany or rosewood veneers, accented with satinwood or marquetry inlays, and trimmed with cast brass or gilt-bronze (ormolu) fittings.

Authentic late 19th-century revival pieces exhibit fine hand-cut dovetail joints, original gilt-bronze hardware with natural patination, timber veneering over solid hardwood or pine frames, and balanced neoclassical proportions.

A symmetrical pair can be placed flanking a doorway, positioned on either side of a fireplace, or arranged behind a large sofa to provide balance, framed by contemporary artwork or modern wall sconces above.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly along the wood grain, while keeping metal mounts clean using a dry microfibre cloth to prevent chemical polish from damaging the timber finish.

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