Inlay Tables

"We are constantly living in a dynamic balance... like circus people on a tightrope". This reflection led to the Circensi collection, three inlaid tea tables in striped Ash and Rio ...

Gordon & Jane Martz Gray Coin Tile Mosaic Side Table A highly collectible stunning example of mid-century ceramic artistry, this Gordon & Jane Martz side table features a beautiful...

Hello, This exceptional, large walnut Biedermeier console is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1820-25. Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophis...

The Circus Black and White Side Table by Matteo Cibic is a gorgeous versatile small round table, available in a range of patterns. The size ...

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...

STACKED DINING TABLE - Modern Wooden Dining Table with Metal Inlay and Bases The Stacked Dining Table is a modern piece of furniture that draws i...

Early 20th Century pair of Italian nightstands in walnut with marquetry work on the doors and the drawers. This pair of Gustavian or Louis XVI style night tables each has a drawer an...

Vintage Carved Marble Gargoyle Pedestals with Rare Vintage Inlaid Marble Tabletop Table, One of Gargoyle Pedestal was repaired, please see Photograph o...

Vintage 1950s Egyptian Octagonal Side Table Islamic Moorish Tilt-Top Inlaid Table. Middle Eastern Egyptian octagonal side table with marquetry inlaid and mother-of-pearl. Tilt-top dr...

English Georgian Mohagany Inlaid butler's tray table. This classic table was known for its versatility, This table gallery has hinged lift up leaves with bright brass hardware. A...

Two superb Art Nouveau mahogany and inlaid cabinets with mirrors. Art Nouveau mahogany and marquetry hall cabinets, each having arched cresting above divided mirror flanked by a pair...

Woman in Paris Vanity Table by Matteo Cibic is a stunning dressing table with two drawers and three mirrors, two of which can be moved to desire...

Near pair of antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid lamp tables having a quality circular mahogany top with a satinwood inlaid shell to the centre supported by a turned tapering c...

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...

Tavolino da salotto con piano in ardesia nera ed intarsio in scagliola verde malachite brillante, base in ferro battuto. Questo tavolino costituirà un'aggiunta di valore al vostro a...

Baker Furniture demilune with shell design, pie cut figured mahogany with cross banding. The frieze with alternating marquetry inlay and resting on tapering legs with spear feet. Di...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

3 piece 20th century burr birch games table and armchairs circa 1980. Good quality games table and chairs, set comprises of 2 armchairs and a games table.  Table with inlaid chess b...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Metropolis Marquetry Dining Table by Matteo Cibic is a beautiful dining/breakfast table for four with a circular top. It is available in a range of patterns and the colours can be cu...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Brutalist coffee table features a steel inlaid mosaic pattern on a cement table top. The frame and legs of the table are a patinated steel. The four legs showcase a unique 'squiggle'...

Fine George III purpleheart demilune console table with fine inlays, the top with satinwood, harewood, rosewood and holly fan inlay with rosewood and satinwood crossbanding, the apro...

This antique mahogany dressing table has acquired a rich patina over the years as the mahogany has warmed to a rich honey brown. The to...

A 19th Century Italian marquetry tilt-top center table made of solid walnut with inlaid veneers of walnut and various woods. Marquetry top with Neoclassical imagery of The Sun Chario...

The folk center table is refined, and a modern center table will add a vibrant accent to a contemporary living room. The three-legged table features an eye-catching top with marquetry details, a collecter furniture piece that enlivens any interior design project. The marquetry wood coffee table reflects...

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 scarce elegant French Louis XV style nightstand with beautifully aged warm mellow patina. Born in France in the 19th century, having a partial undulating gallery framing the vis...

19th century sheraton revival inlaid mahogany card table, circa 1880. Shaped carved victorian carved card table in the sheraton revival style. Inlaid with a fan and florals in satin...

Mid-19th Century Louis XV Work Table with Marquetry Inlay. Table features a swivel top with a center circle that opens for storage, as well as two storage compartments on either sid...

Charleston mahogany one-drawer drop leaf pembroke table with satinwood and ebonized string inlay, scalloped carved corners, original lion oval brass pulls and terminating on inlaid t...

Amazing French Louis XV style tiered marquetry and inlays with marble top side table. Features Bronze Ormolu Gallery on bottom and top tiers. Bronze mounted ornaments on sides and legs. Three convenient drawers with original French drawer pulls...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The 4 in 1 Parsons game table...

This stunning coffee table top exhibits one of the most intricate Italian Pietra Dura design. The rich compositaion uses more than 20 different semi-precious stones inlaid over the b...

A 19th century Louis XV style French nightstand or side table with inlaid marquetry veneers of walnut and mahogany. Pull down cabinet door with false...

English mahogany tambour desk with sliding leather writing surface, interior satinwood compartmentalized drawers with the original bone knobs, five lower drawers with the original br...

Fine Regency Cocuswood, kingwood and holy wood sofa table, the vividly grained top with bookmatched veneers over two real and two false drawers, one working drawer fitted with ratche...

A set of four French Art Nouveau nesting tables by Emile Gallé decorated with fruitwood marquetry in a motif of carlile thistle and butterflies. Each table represents a different sta...

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 19th Century French Art Populaire, or Folk Art, circular side table made of solid walnut. Top has an inlaid five point star. Sturdy pedestal base with tripod legs. Interesting form...

This antique early Victorian 19th century inlaid burr walnut writing or sewing table is an exquisite example having a superior quality burr walnut lift up top with beautiful satinwood inlay with a fitted writing slope inside, one frieze fitted drawer with satinwood inlay, one satinwood inlaid sliding burr walnut sewing box...

French Modern style grey shagreen coffee/cocktail table. Fresh from a Palm Beach Estate. A stunning French Modern-style grey shagreen coffee/cocktail table, freshly sourced from a P...

This English Edwardian Satinwood Dining Ensemble is inspired by the work of George Hepplewhite. The ensemble is made up of an oval table and eight shieldback chairs. The table has a ...

With a book matched burled top, inlaid scrolled decorated banding, and a burled apron. Raised on four turned supports with a turned finial. Mounted on four carved leafy scrolled oak ...

1940's Marquetry Game Table With Chairs and Chess Set Crafted By Rafael L Alarcon A work of sophisticated marquetry, this games table is brilli...

Antique French walnut Draw Leaf extension dining table. Features a stunning diamond inlay parquetry top with serpentine shape. The table is supported by a rectangular apron with matc...

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...

Custom walnut Backgammon table that converts to chess with a slide out board. New production. Made to order in walnut or mahogany. Designed and made in NYC-- each table is handcra...

This Italian round pedestal wooden table from the mid to late 19th century features an exquisite floral marquetry motif inlay on the top, surrounded by a sectional motif in the surro...

Jean Claude Dresse, coffee table, resin and tiger eyes, Belgium, 1970. This unique coffee table by Dresse was owned by a Belgian private collection from Brussels. This example is c...

English Regency mahogany bow front two drawer work table with original circular foliate brasses, diamond bone escutcheons, ebony string inlays, k...

Slate cocktail table signed V. Ramburrem The subtle palette of off reds and greys create a beautiful composition within an asymmetric design with...

Antique Victorian walnut inlaid oval centre table having a charming walnut top with attractive boxwood inlay. The oval shaped frieze has boxwood stringing and the base has 4 splendid...

A Louis XVI style marble top marquetry nightstand, or side table, made of veneers of mahogany and walnut with solid oak as a secondary wood. Dovetailed drawer and cabinet door with ...

An Ingenious Mechanical Table 'à la Bourgogne' In the manner of Oeben Constructed in kingwood, tulipwood, amaranth, and specimen woods, with finely cast gilt bronze mounts, the tabl...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Nymphea Console by R & Y Augousti is a part of their new Rattan...