Louis XVI Coffee Table, 18th Century

Louis XVI-period salon table, attributed to Charles Topino

An elegant Louis XVI-period salon table, remarkable for the quality of its marquetry, the delicacy of its decoration, and the harmony of its proportions. This refined piece reflects the Parisian taste of the second half of the 18th century, a period when the French decorative arts reached an exceptional level of sophistication.

The piece features rich marquetry of precious woods in warm, contrasting tones, forming on the front a remarkable arrangement of musical instruments and decorative motifs, embellished with plant motifs and ribbons.
The top, framed by a gilded bronze molding, echoes this ornamental elegance and is a particularly striking feature of the piece.

The front features three drawers, whose inlaid decorations complement one another elegantly.
The vertical posts, highlighted by geometric frames in contrasting wood, structure the composition and showcase the veneer work.
The sides, treated in the same decorative spirit, extend this pursuit of balance and refinement.
Delicate gilded bronze accents adorn the lock openings and handles, while the tapered legs—characteristic of the Louis XVI style—terminate in delicate gilded bronze feet.

Through the richness of its decoration—the combination of figurative marquetry and gilded bronze—as well as the architecturally restrained simplicity of its structure, this table evokes the world of the great Parisian cabinetmakers of the late 18th century.

It is attributed to Charles Topino, a Parisian cabinetmaker renowned for his fanciful furniture and marquetry compositions, notably adorned with trophies, everyday objects, and highly original decorative motifs. This attribution—based on the construction, materials, and any stamps—highlights the artistic significance of this piece.

A charming collector’s piece that combines neoclassical elegance, high-quality craftsmanship, and rich decoration, ideal for a refined interior or a collection of 18th-century French furniture.

Our Parlor Table measures 40 cm x 32 cm
and is 75 cm high