Console table c. 1775 - 1800
anonymous
wood texture
light earthy tone
furniture
stoneware
wooden interior design
earthy tone
warm toned
wooden texture
warm-toned
marble
brown colour palette
watercolor
This gilded console table, dating from the late 18th century, showcases the intricate carvings and luxurious materials favored during the Neoclassical period. The table, which rests on four fluted and carved legs, features an elaborate apron adorned with a central urn and garlands of foliage. It is topped with a marble slab, adding an elegant contrast to the gilded wood. This piece, a testament to the craftsmanship of anonymous artists, would have graced the interiors of wealthy homes, serving both as a decorative and functional element.
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Below the tabletop, a sculpted still life celebrates its aristocratic owner’s taste and achievements. The covered vase, crowned by a pinecone, refers to ancient Greece and Rome, as do the laurel leaves and berries, which were reserved for emperors, gods, and poets. They are framed on either side by chains of flowers and fruit. It is a table fit for a would-be king, but the French Revolution (1789–99) put a sudden end to these imperial fantasies.
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