Malachite Stone Table Center

This magnificent central table is a rare and spectacular example of the decorative grandeur associated with the Empire style, expertly crafted with precious materials and exceptional artisanal skill.

Designed to impress and captivate, this masterpiece is entirely veneered in natural malachite, a semi-precious stone prized since antiquity for its intense green color and mesmerizing veining. Its bold architectural structure exudes both elegance and power.

The table stands on four gilt bronze caryatids, graceful female figures drawn from classical antiquity, symbolizing strength, beauty, and idealized form. These sculptural supports echo the design of ancient temples, transforming the table into a piece of architectural sculpture.

At the center, a Medici vase in intricately chiseled and gilded bronze is flanked by two winged griffons, mythological creatures embodying vigilance and majesty. This central composition evokes imperial iconography and classical mythology, both beloved in Napoleonic decor.

All bronze elements are hand-chiseled and gilded with 24-carat gold leaf, giving the entire piece a luminous, regal presence. Ornamental details include acanthus scrolls, rosettes, palmettes, and other classical motifs in line with the rich aesthetic of the Empire period.