Gilt Tables

An exceptional 18th century French Louis XV giltwood wall console, hand-carved in richly detailed relief with exquisite Rococo motifs. This refined piece, created during the reign of...

Gilt Chinoiserie Console Table or Bar, probably Chinese, circa 1960s. This piece is constructed of gilt wood with an inset black granite top. The low maintenance granite makes it a g...

AN IMPRESSIVE LOUIS XV STYLE BUREAU PLAT /DESCRIPTION - AFTER THE BUREAU DU ROI AT VERSAILLES BY J.-F. OEBEN AND J.-H. RIESENER The rectangular top, with the outline of an arc-en-arbalète, is fitted with an embossed leather writing surface and is fitted with four short drawers on the moulded apron with opposing false drawers. It stands on cabriole legs fitted with oval biscuit panels on the sides representing the Three Graces and inlaid with marquetry panels depicting bouquets of ribbons, foliage and floral tendrils, shells, coral and draped pearls, all with berry and foliage tendrils of ribbons, the cabriole legs fitted with lion skin loops hanging down to form spiral patterned clogs. Footnotes The Bureau du Roi at Versailles is perhaps the most famous piece of furniture in the world and certainly one of the most luxurious furniture creations of the 18th century. Louis XV ordered this cylinder-topped desk from Jean-François Oeben (1721-1763), who had already completed the design and much of the production by the time of his early death in 1763. Jean-Henri Riesener (1734-1806), who married Oeben's widow and took over his business, completed the desk in 1769. The final price was 62,000 livres, one of the highest prices ever paid for a piece of furniture up to that time (for comparison, the average annual salary of a worker in the 18th century was almost 300 livres). The office kept Riesener busy for the rest of his career, as evidenced by his numerous invoices for polishing and cleaning the bronzes and maintaining the extremely complicated mechanisms (the cylinder apparently opened and the writing slide moved forward, all with a simple turn of a key - modified in the 19th century, no one has since been able to reconstruct the original mechanism). At the height of the revolutionary excitement, Riesener even covered the royal double-L monogram...

A very fine and large French 19th century Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany and kingwood three-drawer bureau plat attributed to Paul Sormani (French-Italian 1817-1877). The shaped rectangular top enclosing a gilt tooled brown leather writing surface within a molded border above a long central drawer enclosing a fine modeled mask of Hercules wearing the Nemean lion pelt centered by flat cast encadrements and rosewood veneered a quatre faces flanked by two short drawers with reticulated escutcheons of scantly clad frolicking putti and doves over gadrooned "C" scrolls, trellis patterned panels on a stylized shell within similarly framed encadrements raised on elegant cabriole legs surmounted by bearded satyr masks ending in acanthus case hairy paw feet beneath sides centering bacchic masks. Lock mechanism stamped W S M, 6068, a key (lacking skeleton key), and 148. Veuve Paul Sormani Et Fils was the widow of the highly esteemed furniture maker Paul Sormani (French-Italian 1817-1877). After his death around 1877 she and her son took over the management of the company continuing the tradition of producing fine French furniture of the highest calibre. An escutcheon and several mounts were examined on the reverse, and each was found to have the bronze master model initials "SJ:. Blue chalk inscription on underside Glle 117, Paris, circa 1880. Paul Sormani (1817-1877): Born in Venice, Paul Sormani set up in Paris in the middle of the 19th century. He specialized in creating furniture and works of art and was known for his high quality reproductions of Louis XV and XVI furniture...

Elegant bottle trolley with two pull-out trays in Khaya Anthotheca Mahogany with mid-century gold aluminium and brass handles. This fantastic piece was designed in Italy by Ico and Luisa Parisi for Mb...

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 single, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian wall console table made of hand crafted gilded metal designed by Pier Luigi Colli, in good condition. The detailed demi-lune table is mou...

Classical form coffee table by New York foundry P.E. Guerin, having a shaped top of glass, raised on finely chased Louis XV-style acanthaine legs of bronze dore, whose tops fold over...

A fine giltwood marble topped George III design Demi-Lune side or pier table. Supplied with our standard aged crema marble top. Please note, we are currently working to a 30-36 week...

The Candy XL Coffee Table boasts a contemporary design that makes it a standout piece in any room. Its generous tabletop provides ample space for coffee mugs, magazines, and decorati...

A marble and gilt wood oval centre table attributed to Paul Follot circa 1920, resting on four fluted and hand carved ribbed legs. 


An attractive French chinoiserie brown lacquer coffee or cocktail table with gilt painted decoration, circa 1940's, France. Set upon graceful cabriole legs and draped apron, the to...

This sophisticated sweep console is an elegant piece of furniture, meticulously crafted from high-quality laminated abedul (birch) wood. Its design merges modern minimalism with natu...

A Impressive malachite side table in the Louis XV. Malachite look painted on solid beech wood. very decorative and elegant. Finely chased and gilded bronze fittings. Cover plate fra...

Large Empire period mahogany extending dining table French, c. 1810 Fully open: Height 77cm, width 446cm, depth 178cm Shorter: Height 77cm, width 326cm, depth 178cm A striking repr...

Having splay legs and gilt highlights, this excellent statement table would be a highlight for mid-century or Hollywood-Regency interiors — It is well-crafted and visually striking. ...

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

Roger Thibier French gilded wrought iron two level side or end tables with Neo classical feet. The total height is 20.5" H and the bottom shelf is 6" f...

Exceptional and Rare Large Viennese Biedermeier Walnut Pedestal Table Vienna, c. 1820–1825 This elegant and exceptionally rare Biedermeier walnut pedestal table is a superb example...

Martini Table // Gueridon // Side Table // End Table // Drink Table Elegant hand-hammered iron drinks end table or pedestal table standing on a tripod base with handle on the top. S...

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...

18th century, Italian Baroque Lacquered and Gilt Center Tray Table This baroque table in lacquered and gilded wood was made in Turin in the eighteenth century according to the chara...

This Mid-Century Modern Aldo Tura lacquered goatskin coffee or lounge table was handcrafted to the highest standard, a signature of Aldo Tura's designs. As a result, this table is st...

A sweep desk typically refers to a style of desk that has a smooth, minimalist design, often featuring a streamlined surface with few visible drawers or compartments. The term "sweep...

Gilt cast bronze and glass bar cart. France, circa 1950.

Beautiful Florentine Italian painted table with drawers. Perfect as a bedside table, next to a reading chair or used a small vanity table. It could ...

This oval Empire salon table is supported by two columnar legs in the form of stylized palms, partly gilt and partly ebonized. The plinth and the oval top are veneered in mahogany an...

Pair of Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Maison Bagues Style Cocktail End Tables. Good overall condition. Few scratches to glass from age and use

This very nice large coffee table is made of red lacquered wood with gilt decors representing Chinese seenes. This coffee table is decorated with dragons, interlacing and floral mot...

18th Century Louis XV Marquetry Ladies' Desk Manner of J.C. Ellaume A mid-18th century ladies' desk or so-called "bureau de pente", its shaped fall-front opening to reveal a red lea...

All of us have owned a piece of furniture that captures our soul and makes us want to keep that special item forever and this hand-made to order, Maison Ramsey...

A sensational and large scale Italian late 18th century Louis XVI Period Giltwood, Sienna and Vert de Patricia marble center table. This exceptional table is raised by four circular ...

Enhance your home decor with this timeless and charming late 20th century Italian cocktail folding table. Crafted in the neoclassical style, this table is a work of art, adorned wit...

A fine & rare antique English Georgian carved mahogany Neo-Classical console table, with a Nero Portoro gold veined marble top, in the manner of Thomas Hope (1769–1831), circa 1820....

This fine & rare gilt-wood Louis XVI bracket, in the form of a console table.

French Neoclassical Gilt Iron Gueridon Experience the allure of French craftsmanship with our Neoclassical Gilt Iron Gueridon. It features a sturdy...

This elegant side table or Nightstand in solid walnut is a beautiful example of late 18th century French craftsmanship. The refined silhouette and detailing suggest a transitional pi...

A striking vintage Italian bar cart dating from the 1980s, this elegant piece embodies the glamour and sophistication of the Hollywood Regency aesthetic. Designed with a sculptural s...

Louis XV Style Gilt Metal Mounted Kingwood and Marquetry Marble Top Oval Coffee Table, early 20th century. 20.25" H x 30" W x 20" D.

This rare and exceptional console table in the George II style is stamped Lenygon & Co Ltd. and was made in England and would date from circa 1905. Elements of this design are relate...

Stunning set of three Hollywood Regency nesting tables. Striking French design from the 1970s. Original gilt brass frames with original alabaster tops. This wonderful set of three...

More information coming soon… Topped by a demi-lune brocatelle marble top, this elegant wrought iron and tole console table would make a wonderful addition to a hallway, living room...

A 19th century Italian late Baroque elaborately carved giltwood pedestal stand from the estate of legendary American businessman, T. Boone Pickens. Exceptionally executed, exotic...

Italian Gold Gilt Steel Rope Style Kidney Shape Glass top Side Lamp Table Mint

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 dramatic French 18th century Louis XVI-style center table, with an exquisite giltwood base supporting its original thick slab of (removable) dark gray marble. The monochromatic sto...

A very fine pair of French 19th/20th century Louis XV/XVI style Transitional Style Satinwood Parquetry and Gilt-Bronze Mounted Commodes with Brêche d'Alep marble-tops, in the manner of François Linke (1855-1946), inspired by models by Léonard Boudin (French, 1735-1804), Gilles Joubert...

A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted mahogany and tulipwood marquetry gueridon side-table. The circular top inlaid with a floral design marquetry and sy...

Stunningly beautiful center or dining table designed by Charles Pollock for William Switzer. The table has a combination of solid woods and veneers such as burlwood on the base al...

An exceptionally larger round low table in gilt metal representing a wheat sheaf, glass top. Circa 1960. Similar table at Coco Chanel’s apparteme...

A Fine Pair of French 19th/20th Century Empire Revival Style Exotic Mahogany Marquetry and Gilt-Bronze Wall Mounting Demi-Lune Consoles fitted with green d'Alps marble tops, attribut...

Very fine quality French neoclassical style 19 century bronze marble top center table.

Mid-Century Modern French gilt metal faux bamboo bar cart with smoked glasses by Maison Baguès. This cart could be used as a side table and it can become a living room set together ...

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...

A unique small scaled side table, recently made by European artisans, has a hand applied gold finish and is mounted on a fanciful elevated tripod base ending in upwardly scrolled fe...

A very fine French 19th-early 20th century Louis XV style mahogany, tulipwood, parquetry and ormolu mounted oval gueridon side table with a Brêche Violette marble top, attributed to François Linke (1855-1946). The inset oval Brêche Violette marble top with a gilt-bronze surround, above a lozenge parquetry frieze with foliate ormolu mounts, with a drawer to one side, on cabriole legs headed by clasps and joined by an 'X'-shaped stretcher centered by a finial, on scroll sabots. Unsigned. Circa: Paris, 1900. François Linke (1855-1946) was one of the most celebrated ébénistes of his time. Born in Pankraz, Bohemia, Linke moved to Paris in 1875 and six years later established independent ateliers at 170, rue de Faubourg St. Antoine. As was the practice among contemporaries and noteworthy predecessors, such as Alfred Beurdeley and Henry Dasson, Linke initially produced furniture derived from styles popular during the 18th century ancien régime. By 1900, his worldwide reputation as an individualistic master of high quality furniture was already established. However, with a huge display, placing his extravagant pieces in room settings and winning the Médaille d'Or for his Grand Bureau, Linke's participation in the Paris 1900 exhibition...

Mid-Century Modern French two-tier coffee or sofa table in faux bamboo brass with mirrored edges smoked glasses by Maison Baguès from 1960s.

Louis XVI Style Gilt Metal Mounted Mahogany and Marble Pedestal, early 20th, the square top above a stop-fluted tapering pedestal, on a square plinth. 40.5" H x 15.5" W x 15.5" D.

This English table from circa 1900 combines refined craftsmanship with bold decorative detail. The circular top is fitted with a richly patterned grey marble, its surface finished wi...

For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage Bar Cart Italian Gilt Rope...