Where should I place a pair of hallway tables?

These pieces fit naturally against a long hallway wall or flanking an entrance doorway to create a balanced focal point. They also function effectively in reception rooms where symmetry requires matching side or console furniture.

How do I identify a Georgian pair?

Georgian pieces typically feature solid mahogany construction, precise joinery, and restrained classical proportions dating from the eighteenth or early nineteenth century. Details such as hand-cut dovetails and traditional timber framing help distinguish this period from later revivals.

What is the difference between a console and a side table?

Console tables traditionally rely partly upon the wall for physical support or mimic that architectural style, whereas side tables stand entirely on their own four legs. Both forms serve similar functional roles in narrow spaces and hallways.

Are marble tops original to these tables?

Many nineteenth-century French and neoclassical console tables incorporate fitted marble slabs designed as an integral part of the piece. These heavy surfaces provide durability and contrast with the timber frames beneath.