Empire Style Empire

Empire style rectangular mahogany and mahogany veneer table, mid-19th century. Price: €9,800 – delivery included. This table, crafted from solid mahogany and mahogany veneer, dates from the mid-19th century and retains a strong Napoleonic influence, inherited from the Empire style, blended with a colonial sensibility characteristic of this period. The choice of wood, the clean lines, and the subtle richness of the patina reflect a piece of furniture designed for prestigious interiors. The carved decoration of two greyhounds is a rare and distinctive feature. A symbol of nobility, elegance, and distinction, it lends this table a strong sculptural presence while remaining perfectly legible and balanced. Dimensions: • Length: 197 cm • Depth: 75 cm • Height: 81.7 cm. Thanks to its proportions and design, this table offers great versatility: • as a dining table, it allows for an elegant and solemn setting; • as a console table, it structures a space with authority; • as a center table, it finds its perfect place in a hotel lobby, a prestigious entrance, or a reception area. It would be equally suited to a beautiful Parisian apartment, where it would naturally complement Haussmannian or classical architecture, as to a hotel entrance, used as a central table or monumental console table. It is ideally suited for displaying gilt bronze candlesticks or candelabra, allowing for a composition worthy of the grand taste of the 19th century. Condition Report: • Some scratches from use • Some sun damage • Slight variations in patina, consistent with the age of the piece. A visit to a cabinetmaker is recommended for aesthetic restoration. We can undertake this work, with the cost remaining the responsibility of the final buyer, at an additional cost. We work with top-tier cabinetmakers and recommend a waxed finish, the most respectful solution for the wood and the spirit of the period. French polishing is also an option. Opinion: A rare piece on the market, combining elegance, presence, quality of workmanship, and significant dimensions. It naturally appeals to architects, decorators, collectors, and enthusiasts of 19th-century furniture seeking a statement piece that is immediately recognizable and historically consistent. A piece of character, perfectly suited to demanding interiors, where one The Napoleonic legacy and colonial influence of the mid-19th century are still clearly perceptible. Rectangular mahogany table – mid-19th century. Price: €9,800 – delivery included