Superb 19th century French gilt half round rouge marble top console table and mirror c.1870
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Description
258.0 x 94.0 x 43.0 cm
Behold, this magnificent piece!A superb and highly decorative 19th-century French gilt console table and mirror, dating to circa 1870, exemplifying the elegance and refinement of French artistry.The ensemble is centred around a striking half-round rouge marble top, its muted tones beautifully offset by the finely carved and giltwood base. The table is supported by four fluted legs, each crisply detailed and united by a shaped stretcher centred with a classical urn.Above, the tall matching mirror rises in a graceful arched form, lavishly adorned with floral swags, all finely carved and retaining a luminous gilt finish. This same embellishment continues just below the table top with swags of roses giving the table a highly opulent feel.The harmony between marble, giltwood, and sculptural ornament creates a piece of considerable presence, equally suited to a grand entrance hall, bedroom, or formal interior. Both functional and ornamental, this console and mirror set offers a timeless expression of French sophistication and craftsmanship.A beautifully preserved example, capturing the enduring appeal of classical French design at its most elegant.
Price: $12,500.00
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