Gilt Tables

Midcentury Hollywood Regency daisy flower gilt iron coffee table, France, 1950s. Glamorous occasional table in gold leaf gilt iron with glass round top standing on a tripod base. Th...

Pair Spanish Brutalist Drink Tables, wrought iron Gilt patinated brutalist Martini tables with squared top and handle, Spain, 1950s Wrought iron ...

A vintage sheaf of wheat coffee table from Italy circa 1960's. It features gold gilded metal base with thick clear glass round top.

Round Decorative Gilt Wrought Iron Base Glass Top Sunburst Coffee Table MINT! Inspected vintage condition.

Italian 19th Century giltwood and Breche D’Alep marble console table. Richly hand-carved gilt wood in the form of masquerades, acanthus leafs, etc. Stunn...

Hello, We would like to offer you this elegant pair of French mid 19 century Louis XVI with Sienna marble wall mounted consoles. The pieces stand on beautifully shaped legs that are...

Antique French Neo-Grec marble and gilt bronze centre table by Barbedienne French, Late 19th Century Height 83cm, width 126cm, depth 72cm This superb 19th-century centre table is ...

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...

A Very fine French 19th century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood, Satinwood and Fruitwood Parquetry Kidney-Shaped secrétaire de dame (Lady's desk or writing table) with an enam...

1940's French gilded wrought iron and glass coffee table in the style of Maison Baguès. This exquisite vintage coffee table features a gilded wrought iron base with intricate scrollw...

Unmatching Pair of wrought iron and brass Spanish drinks tables Parcel gilt Iron small guéridon end / side tables or stands with tripod base and brass top. Spain, 1950s 1-Wrought ir...

Hello, This stunning Biedermeier walnut pedestal table is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1820. The table is a gorgeous example of early Biedermeier with Em...

Rare Mid Century gilt metal 'flower' occasional table - flexible wire stems - ring finial/handle - 20" round glass top with polished edge - unsigned - Italy - circa 1960's. Excell...

An early 19th Century, antique German Biedermeier center table made of hand crafted shellac polished, party veneered Walnut and Burlwood in good condition. The round salon table is c...

Nice ornate gilt wrought iron coffee table base, in the classical style, probably made in Spain, Circa 1940/1960's. The base is in very good original condition, missing the top, easi...

An elegantly pared down console with delicate crossing legs in gunmetal bronze, which, in supporting its marble top gives the piece the appearance of weightlessness. Bibliography: T...

20th century Italian neoclassical style paint and parcel gilt center table with marble top.

This exquisite 19th-century gaming table combines the elegance of Louis XVI style with remarkable craftsmanship and functionality. Its rectangular wooden structure is adorned with in...

A Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Console Table, With Marble Top, By François Linke, Paris. Surmounted by a serpentine-shaped Brèche de Saint-Maximin marble top. The fri...

A very fine French 19th century tulipwood, mahogany and ormolu-mounted Bureau de Dame Lady's secretary desk, attributed to Maison Millet. The supe...

An impressive mid-century Empire Style parcel gilt and carved Mahogany coffee / cocktail Table. Measures 46" in width, 27.75" in depth and standing 17.5" tall.

A pair of Italian painted and gilded demilune console tables from the early 20th century, with tassel motifs and lyre-shaped bases. Created in Italy du...

1930s Louis XVI-style lacquered wooden low coffee table with animal skin-covered top and gilt bronze accents by Chanaux & Pelletier, France ...

Period French Regence giltwood marble top console table, early 18th century with human head supports and hoof feet. Original gilding in good condition.

A round, antique French Empire side table made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Honduran Mahogany in good condition. The detailed small center table is composed with a black marble top, standing on three arched legs, supported by a wooden base, resisting on three round feet. The Parisian table is enhanced by detailed gilded wood carvings...

Stunning vintage French mid-century cocktail table. circa 1960s/1970s A transitional masterpiece, mixing design elements of luxurious 18th century Louis XV style with Hollywood Rege...

A Wonderful Belle Époque Maison Bagues / Jansen / P.E. Guerin Style French Leaf Filigree Bronze With Beveled Glass Top Coffee / Cocktail Table.

Offered is this beautiful Brutalist style gilded heavy iron coffee table with glass top. Made in Germany, circa 1960s. Glass tabletop in excellent condition. This table comes from th...

Italian late 19th century Louis XVI style giltwood console table and mirror. The table is finely hand carved in precise detail o...

Offered is this beautiful Hollywood Regency style gilded heavy iron coffee table with glass top. Made in Germany, circa 1960s. Glass tabletop with some flea bids like seen in the las...

Second Empire French Mahogany and parcel gilt console table with varigated marble top and single drawer.

This contemporary table features a marinace marble top set with cross-sectioned stones, as well as three lopsided bronze supports, each with a gilt bronze facet. These dynamic metal ...

A dramatic grand scale pair of pedestals in Macassar ebony veneer with a high gloss finish, the tops and base with banding of gilt metal. These were commissioned for a private home i...

Spanish gilt wrought iron drink / cocktails table standing on a tripod base, Spain, 1940s. Handcrafted in wrought iron with gilt finish. The round top stands on a tripod base with scroll ended feet. Nice patina. It will be the perfect choice for a contemporary or classical ambiance in any countryside house, or urban appartment. Use it as drinks table, smokers table to leave the ashtray or occasional side table for parties around the sofa. The larger larger Martini table shown at the images is avaliable at our 1stdibs marketplace. Measures: 53 cm H x 33 cm W x 30 cm D // 20,86 in H x 12,99 in W x 11,81 in D Diameter of the top: 22 cm // 8,66 in diameter. Spanish Iron Table...

A Very fine French 19th century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood, Satinwood and Fruitwood Parquetry Kidney-Shaped secrétaire de dame (Lady's Desk) with an enamel dial clock and...

A large and very fine Italian 19th century Florentine Baroque style giltwood carved wall console table with marble top. The ornately carved rectangular shaped scrolled body frame in ...

19th century Louis XV style curio display table, mahogany with bronze mounts French Louis XV style elegant mahogany and bronze decorated display...

Spanish Brutalist Squared Drink Table in Wrought iron Gilt patinated brutalist Martini table with squared top and handle, Spain, 1950s Wrought iron table standing on four footed base...

Wrought gilt iron drinks table, floor ashtray, tripod stand or pedestal, 1940s. An stylish hand-hammered iron standing ashtray with foliage design, wavy edged top and handle. It stan...

A rare double-side Louis XV style flat desk, made of veneered wood, opening with three drawers decorated with a beautiful flower motif end-cut wood marquetry. With fine chased and gi...

Spanish wrought iron floor ashtray or drinks / cocktails table standing on a looped base, Spain, 1950s. Handcrafted in wrought gilt iron. The scalloped top stands up on a four loop b...

Louis XV Style Giltwood and Pink Marble Serpentine Shaped Console Table, 20th century, the molded top above a pierced frieze centered by flowers, on scrolled cabriole legs, joined by...

1st Shelf 11.75’’ off ground 16’’ at table top.

Spanish gilt wrought iron chain link drink side table with wooden top and ashtray, Spain, 1950s. Beautiful hand forged iron occasional table with chain link stem standing on a four f...

Incredible vintage Hollywood Regency bar cart on wheels featuring brass handles and casters. This rolling cart features all original tortoise gold gilded glass. Wonderful addition to...

A fine quality antique French Parisian marble-top mahogany bedside cabinet, circa 1890. Exquisitely hand-crafted in France in the late 19th century, exceptionally executed in refi...

A fine Regency design circular centre table with inset marble geometric inlaid top within an egg-and-dart frieze supported on three carved stylized dolphins resting upon an aged gess...

Dimensions - H: 15in W: 48 1/2in D: 21 3/4in This Antique French Directoire Style Eglomise Gilt Coffee Table Attributed to Jansen is truly a showstopper and is made of the highest ...

Very fine quality French Louis XVI style Gilt Bronze mounted marble top Coffee table.

A unique and well known Spanish 20th century Gilt Metal and Glass coffee table by Emilio Rey, circa 1960s. This attention grabbing coffee table is designed with a Gilt Metal base and...

A fine French marble and gilt bronze cocktail by Francois Linke . Fine details with a marble urn and a gilt bronze trim.

Red lacquer and gilt decoration with florals, birds and butterflies. Faux bamboo legs and cross stretcher. Removable tray top with felt interior. This tastefully designed tray table ...

The original design of the three rocks tables was inspired by the Autumnal landscape with fallen leaves in burned tones. These tables are highly customized...

Hand forged iron Martini table, stand or drinks table, Spain, 1960s. This nice end table has a black patinated top with an iron braided rope surrounding the edge. It stands on a gilt iron tripod base with scroll ended feet and hammered details thorough Elegant in a contemporary or classical decoration: to be used as a candle stand, side table, drinks table or smokers table. The perfect piece used as occasional table or end table for your parties around the sofa. Measurements: 51 cm H x 31 cm W x 28 cm D // 20,07 in H x 12,20 in W x 11,02 in D Diameter of the top: 27 cm // 10,62 in Spanish Iron Table...

A stunning 18th century altar from Spain. Constructed from polychromed and giltwood with wonderful faux marble and water gilding detail. Fabulous as a co...

An Italian tray table cocktail table with a Chinoiserie tole tray top and black faux bamboo base, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Table tray is a red burgundy with a gold Chinoiserie landscape and figurative design. Table's base is a black and gold modern faux bamboo design with an 'x' stretcher. Tray and table...

The Modern Primal Console is part of the Blessing collection designed and manufactured by Egg Designs in South Africa. The Blessing console has three legs that are hand chiseled usi...

Elegant giltwood and glass coffee table, in the manner of P.E. Guerin, but probably Italian, circa 1950s.