Charles X Tables

Having a hinged square top opening to reveal a storage well and a mirrored surface with an additional lower drawer, raised on curule form legs joined by a turned stretcher, the feet ...

Opulent 19th century French mahogany console table featuring a dramatic black variegated marble top. The console has a rich veneered finish that showcases the lovely mahogany woodgra...

Circular multi board top in cherry with lovely color. Trestle base with hinged leaf stabilizer.

A fine 19th century Italian inlaid center table.

A scarce period Charles X (1818-1834) French Restoration mahogany travailleuse sewing (thread stand - side table - jewelry dressing table) with light, warm, beautifully aged patina. Born in France in the early 19th century, almost certainly Parisian work, exquisitely hand-crafted, this exceptionally executed example features ornate gilt bronze ormolu mounts, escutcheons, and elaborate gilt metal trim. Having a highly figured light mahogany hinged lid top, lifting open to reveal a striking finished interior with divided compartments and original inset mirror plate. The conforming rectangular case fitted with a faux drawer front over a dovetailed drawer with sectioned interior. Elegantly rising on oval-shaped medial shelf stretcher-joined curvacious legs. Dimensions (approx): 27" High, 20" Wide, 13.5" Deep Stunning light almost blonde antique mahogany coloring and mellow warm tone, superb wood grain detail, and charming, beautifully aged patina over the whole. Great shape overall. Retaining original antique character marks, wear consistent with age and indicative of minimal use, nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality, but only adds to the overall authenticity, refined elegant warmth, luxurious sophistication, and cozy unpretentious rustic elegance. Delivered cleaned, hand waxed, polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment! What is Charles X style: The comte d’Artois – or Charles X - was the son of the dauphin Louis-Ferdinand de Franc and Marie-Josèphe de Saxe. He succeeded his two brothers Louis XVI and Louis XVIII and became the King of France in 1824. Thirty years after the French Revolution, he wanted to embody the return of monarchy and became the leader of the catholic party . As the previous kings, he was crowned in 1825 but he was soon overthrown by the revolution in July, 1830, called "Trois Glorieuses". He left then for England, Scotland, Prague and Istria where he died in 1836. Charles X style lasted from 1818 to 1834 and happened during the Bourbon Restoration (French Restoration). This style did not replace totally the style of furniture from the French Empire but it was different from the formalism in the Napoleonic era, during which strictness and simplicity were inspired by Greco-Roman art. Indeed, artistic fields flourished. In terms of furniture, this renewal was suggested by the softening of shapes. Even though the simple aspect from the French Empire was still visible, shapes became curvier with volutes and arabesques. Another distinction is the loss of the massive aspect of furniture and the decrease of dimensions in order to decorate smaller appartments. Handling ability and comfort were key-words in the making of furniture. Apartments had essential elements such as chests of drawers, big rounded tables in the dining room, desks or secretaries, armoires and even dressing tables, comfortable fainting couches in the living room, small tables, pedestal tables, as well as gondola chairs. The wavy aspect of the latters certainly represent Charles X style the best.  One of the most emblematic features of this style is the use of bois clairs – light woods in warm blond tones - and indigenous woods that are varnished in order to highlight the grains. Bird's-eye maple, ash trees, plane trees, yew trees, beech trees, olive trees and cedar trees were most likely to be used. Indeed, at the beginning of the 19th century dark woods were hard to find. In 1806, the Napoleon’s Continental System was established in order to ruin the United Kingdom by preventing the country from any business with the rest of Europe. Therefore craftsmen had to find alternatives from mahogany which was the most commonly used material at this time. After 1815, the import of wood was even more difficult because of peace treaties and the European political situation, which contributed to the popularity of the bois clairs and indigenous woods. The furniture was often decorated with fine inlays made out of dark wood representing foliage, which contrasted with the veneer. Even though these patterns can look like bronze decorations from the Empire era,  they were far more simple and did not represent any military or mythological attributes. On the tables, trays were sometimes made out of marble as in the French Empire, but it was often put aside and inlaid veneer, Verre Eglomisé – a type of glass with a mirror finish –, mirror or porcelain from Sèvres or Paris were more likely to be used. Decorative elements from the Monarchy were highly appreciated again as they suggested luxury. Indeed, marquetry work was particularly fashionable - Boulle marquetry thrived around 1820 as the works of the Levasseur family can show. In the same way, draperies and trimmings referred to the monarchist splendour. Fabrics were often white – the traditional colour of the Bourbons – or light coloured as oppposed to the typical green from the Napoleonic era.  One of the most symbolic figures from this period of time might be Jean-Jacques Werner (1791-1849), a cabinetmaker who worked for prestigious clients such as the Duchesse de Berry who was Charles’s step-daughter. His works can be seen at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs and at the Grand Trianon in the Palace of Versailles. The duchess’s appartments situated at the pavillon de Marsan and at the Palais de Saint Cloud illustrate Charles X style the best with furniture made out of bois clairs and ornamented with dark wood patterns or fine gold decorations. Chales X style allows a transition between the sobriety of the Empire style and the abundant aspect of Louis-Philippe style. The gothic style started at this time through the "style à la cathédrale", inspired by religious architecture, which thrived from 1827 to 1830. Indeed, at the beginning of the 19th century, Romanticism put the spotlight on the Middle Ages. Cabinetmakers were not inspired by the medieval furniture but rather by architectural elements of churches and cathedrals. For instance the backs of chairs were decorated with arches shaped like rib and serration. In the same way, before Charles X abdicated, pieces of furniture were made out of dark woods – such as mahogany, which was used again in France – and were inlaid with light wood. Romanticism also influenced the layout of furniture in appartments to suggest movement through a mix of various styles, various shapes and various sizes, as opposed to the static aspect of Neoclassicism. The start of industrialisation and mechanisation also influenced this style as early technical developments led to the production of pieces of furniture in series. Credit: Marc Maison Bibliography: FANIEL Stéphane (Dir.), Le Dix-neuvième Siècle Français, Collection Connaissance des Arts, 1957, Hachette SASSONE, Adriana Boidi, Furniture from Rococo to Art Deco, 2000, Evergreen -- Extremely versatile: As warm and attractive as it is useful, this remarkable antique table having the ideal size and small proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a side table, accent or occasional table, tall sofa...

More information coming soon… The marquetry decor of this French Charles X-style center table depicts numerous foliate margents, climbing plants, and leafy rinceaux. Hand-carved in...

A 19th Century French Charles X fruitwood marquetry pedestal sewing table with tiered velvet lined compartments. There is a wooden clasp beneath the larger hidden octagonal compartme...

Davis cabinet Company Charles X Style Calais Cherry and solid Brass Gueridon Pedestal Table. Measures 28 inches in diameter and stands 22.5 inches tall. Good vintage condition.

A French Charles X period walnut side table circa 1830 with tray top, single drawer and slender trestle base made of carved legs with cross stretcher. Immerse yourself in the allure ...

The Maison Chéreau, founded in 1816, is known for its particularly elaborate tables for high society and royalty, such as our six-legged solid bronze table. Typical of French billiar...

This museum-quality piece, fit for a king, stands as a magnificent centerpiece for any collector of Napoleonic artifacts. Crafted in France in the early 20th century by an unknown ma...

Beautiful important Charles X antique round center table, 1825. The large and solid central stem in turned walnut. The solid walnut top is ...

Beautiful solid walnut wood vanity table, 1925s. Characterized by refined simple line with elegant straight legs. Practical drawer. Characterized by ...

Period early 19th century marble top mahogany center table. Baluster shaft with original marble top and paw lion legs.

An elegant desk resting on tall, tapered legs with a straight apron, intricately inlaid with fine acanthus leaves and scrolling vine motifs, framed by delicate string inlays. This ex...

A Charles X style guéridon, or centre table, made of veneer of walnut with French polish finish. The circular top has a polished brass band around the perimeter and is inset with gre...

A French Charles X gueridon center table in mahogany with a marble top. This beautiful table is a great size and could be used next to a sofa or bed or between a pair of chairs. It ...

Pair of French 19th century Charles X period flamed mahogany, maple wood, and white Carrara marble console tables . Centered at the...

An early 19th century French Charles X mahogany table with a dark grey and white veined marble top. This handsome, sculptural table has a car...

A 19th century French Charles X style flip top game table, or side table, with beautiful book matched veneers of walnut and mahogany. The top rotates and flips open to reveal a green...

Charles X worktable, crafted from solid Cuban mahogany, features elegant gilt bronze details. The top lifts to reveal a mirror and a compartmentalized storage area. Beneath the top i...

Antique console table Charles X 1825s. The console is made of solid carved walnut. On the front a comfortable drawer. The top has a refined inlaid star decoration. The two front deco...

The epitome of French elegance and style, this French Charles X-style writing desk takes the classic design of English Davenport desks to new heights. The table is exquisitely crafted of the finest Ceylon ebony...

French Charles X round rosewood and satinwood floral inlaid center table with triple scroll pedestal base and 3 drawers.

Early 19th century console in rosewood and maple. It features beautiful marquetry of rinceaux and floral motifs. It is resting on two straight...

Gorgeous and very refined and elegant Charles X sewing box and leaf shaped table , around 1830 France. This small side table is made of mahogany wood and gold brass threaded inlays...

Mid-20th century French table.

Rare Charles X Office partners desk center table console wood onyx stone bronze. Amboyna is among the most expensive and sought-after of all burls and is frequently sold as veneer or as small turning. Amboyna burl was and still is among the world's rarest and most expensive & Exquisite holding the distinction of being the original wood used on Rolls Royce dashboards. An important and rare 19th century Period King Charles X Large desk with a Pull out Single wide drawer Mirrored in the manner of partners Desk , Enclosing fitted Eight Columns with incredible Bronze dore work magnificent ormolu capitol of scrolls, foliate. Outstanding light in color and fine in texture Carved Wood. All original hardware and plaques. Mounted on Geometric lower base arched on both sides that allows this magnificent piece to be used as a center table and as a console at the same time, elevating the entirety of this art work of this rare Desk to a category of its own finely chased laurel leaf wreath. As seen in the closeup pictures the signs of the centuries are apparent but minor considering such a large piece of furniture, such as cracks chips losses etc. But overall outstanding condition. You are welcome to send your expert to examine it in person. we have seen our fair share of incredible furniture of the 15th to 19th Century periods. this table Desk is incredibly well preserved for its age and use . the fitting work and the design i have rarely encountered any at that level of sophistication and craftsmanship. The result that could only be achieved by big Masters comparable to what was done for the Grande Commande. This type of furniture at that level are mostly kept with the old families, rarely to see them on the market. I have some other high end chateau inventory and rare pieces of the periods as well. Antique Dealer Los Angeles West Hollywood Melrose Ave La Cienega Blvd. Amboyna wood The name derived from Ambon Island in Indonesia that was a Dutch Colony, where much of the figured wood is believed to have been initially exported and it used to take many years before the special material gets to Europe in order to make the very high end and refined furniture. As seen in the closeup pictures the signs of the centuries are apparent but minor considering such a large piece of furniture, such as cracks chips losses corner large stone top etc. But overall outstanding condition. You are welcome to send your expert to examine in person. The unique period of early 1800’s of King Charles X is easily recognized by its fine marquetry of light lemon wood The decoration forms motifs of very fine foliage, windings, nets of fretwork frames, rosettes and stylized palmettes. Goddesses putties and multiple tableaux all around this desk table. Topped with an even more beautiful Carved Stone ONYX Translucent light honey Gold and Green hue. During King Charles X Light colored woods, yellow or bleached, such as lemon tree, maple, sycamore, orange tree, plane wood...

FRENCH CHARLES X BURLWOOD, BLACK MARBLE AND BRASS DRUM TOP END TABLE Of drum form with pierced brass gallery over elongated spheroid feet early-to-mid 19th century Item # 407NZR10L ...

Square with gray and white marble top with two silvered brass wine bottle holder inserts. The frieze with corkscrew drawer. Conforming two lower shelves. Tapered circular legs with r...

A rare and very fine early 19th century antique solid mahogany extending dining table with four finely made oak inserts, each numbered. The two ends are of solid mahogany with the...

Early 19th century console in wood veneer with a white marble top. It features beautiful marquetry of rinceaux and floral motifs. It is resting on two straight legs in the back and t...

Walnut with a wonderful gray and white fossilized marble dish shaped top. The carved walnut faceted baluster shape support mounted on a hexagonal base with tripod legs with scrolled ...

Early 19th Century Charles X Large Center Hall Gueridon with original Parquetry

19th century French Charles X paved and inlaid centre table with round top Elegant central table made in France in the Charles X period, paved with different woods. The circular pla...

Elegant coffee table in solid walnut with walnut root veneer, featuring a round top supported by a central hexagonal shaft, which ends with three feet with a single base adorned with...

"Pair of French Charles X-style (20th Century) gilt bronze round end tables with ram head design and inSet grey marble top and shelf with a bottom stretcher with an urn finial. (PRIC...

French Charles X-style (19/20th Century) round bronze gueridon end table with 3 scroll legs supporting a black marble top and shelf with a lower stretcher having a finial.

19th century French Charles X-side table or nightstand, made of veneer of bird's-eye maple over solid oak with mahogany trim. Single dovetailed drawer and cabinet door opening to an ...

19th century, Tuscany Charles X Wood Coffee Table This refined coffee table was made in the era of Charles X, within the first half of the nineteenth century, in the area of Tuscany...

Polychrome Terracotta Church Console, France, Circa 1850. This remarkable polychrome terracotta church console, dating from circa 1850, was salvaged from a chapel before its demoliti...

Elegant coffee table in carved blond walnut. Originally designed as a work table, it can be used as a small desk or console. The fluted columns and the molded footrest give a touch o...

This unique Charles X style center table showcases masterful marquetry work typical of the period. The tabletop features a central medallion in foliate and shell-like motifs and is s...

In finely hand carved three-legged solid walnut. Small plate band covered with walnut veneer with frame. Liguria, First half '800 Dimensions: Diameter 143 Height 78 cm circa.

This elegant pair of French 19th century marquetry inlaid pedestals with a green marble top , base with finely carved giltwood decoration ter...

A pair of 19th Century French Charles X painted wood column pedestals. This lovely pair features arched raised panels accented with dark painted trim detail.

This elegant pair of French 19th century marquetry inlaid pedestals with a green marble top, base with finely carved giltwood decoration term...

An impressive and most handsome French 19th century Charles X Period Mahogany, Maplewood and Toronto Grey marble library/center table. This stunning rectangular table is raised on si...

Charles X console table in walnut with rectangular black marble top, center drawer and brass hardware on curved legs with paw feet. All supported by plinth base.

French sewing or side table, Charles X or Restoration style 1810-1820. The table is embellished with a beautiful satinwood and kingwood veneer. It has o...

COD-2332 Rare pair of Charles X console tables Refined turned, threaded and carved legs with elegant feral feet. Top in mahogany feather with one drawer. Naples around 1830. 108x...

Charles X wall console veneered in mahogany with inlays in maple and pearl moulding on the front rail. The grey stone top is recent.

An attractive and very unique Italian early 19th century Charles X period Gris St. Anne, white Carrara, Rouge Royale, Sienna, and black Belgian marble side table. This wonderful side...

Square gray and white marble top with circular bottle holders with tole liners over a frieze with small drawer, turned legs and two lower shelves, turned feet.

A console table in mahogany and brass decoration in the front. The table is made in France during Charles X - period. The mahogany has a beautiful aged color with nice patina. On t...

Early 20th century console in wood veneer. It features beautiful marquetry of rinceaux and floral motifs in drawer. It is resting on four tapered legs.

An outstanding and unique pair of Italian 19th century Charles X st. walnut, maple wood and ormolu consoles. Each console is raised by fine bun feet below the elegant veneered bottom...

A handsome pair of French 19th century Charles X St. Yew wood side tables. The thin round top is raised by a turned central support above a triangular base with toupie shaped feet be...