Mahogany Burl Trinket Table, Empire Period – Early 19th Century

An elegant Empire-style valet table, veneered in mahogany burl, revealing a warm patina with reddish highlights. The oval, concave top offers a welcoming surface while emphasizing the geometric rigor characteristic of the imperial style. It opens with a small, discreetly integrated drawer in the apron. The whole rests on a base whose two lyre-shaped sides frame a turned baluster, supported by arched feet. Furthermore, this side table features a concave stretcher shelf, lending the piece refined stability and an architectural air. The balanced proportions and understated ornamentation reflect the neoclassical aesthetic favored by the First Empire, where the nobility of the materials is combined with formal rigor. Ideal as an end table, a side table, or a display case for precious objects, this table embodies the attention to detail and quality craftsmanship of early 19th-century workshops. ********Period: Early 19th century. Excellent condition after restoration in our cabinetmaking workshop. Finish: Varnish. Delivery in France and internationally. Dimensions: Width: 49 cm, Depth: 35 cm, Height: 69 cm. Reference 453V. https://www.antiquites-lecomte.com/boutique/tables-de-salon/table-vide-poche-en-ronce-dacajou-epoque-empire-debut-xixe/