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Antique Louis XVI style ormolu, marble and wood centre table

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique Louis XVI style ormolu, marble and wood centre table
French, Late 19th Century
Height 82cm, width 113cm, depth 62cm

An exceptional example of 19th century French artistry, this antique centre table is fashioned in the refined Louis XVI style. It is constructed from premium materials and reflects the impeccable skill of its era’s master craftsmen.

The tabletop features a luxurious rectangular slab of Sarrancolin marble, elegantly encased within a finely cast ormolu border. The ormolu, shaped like acanthus leaves, flows outward over the wooden frame, guiding the eye toward a richly decorated apron below.

The front frieze is thoughtfully divided into three segments. At its heart lies a hidden push-button drawer, its panel adorned with intricate gilt bronze detailing - a circular design of ribbon-tied foliage with a central floral motif. Flanking this are two narrower panels with a simplified acanthus ornamentation, a design that continues around the sides of the table for visual harmony.

Adding a grand neoclassical flair, draped and tasselled garlands embellish each corner, evoking the luxurious interiors of 18th-century French salons. The tapered square legs are enriched with further ormolu mounts, and the contours of each leg are framed with delicate marquetry inlay for added sophistication.

At the base, robust foliate sabots in stylised ormolu not only decorate the feet but also provide protective reinforcement. The gilded bronze mounts are marked in several places with the maker’s initials ‘AL’.

Timeless and impressive, this ornate centre table would make a magnificent focal point in both traditional and contemporary interiors, offering a refined statement of historical elegance.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Marble, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze), Wood.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis XVI
Dealer Reference #:	17935
Incollect Reference #:	813028

Dimensions

W.	44.49 in;	H.	32.28 in;	D.	24.41 in;
W.	113 cm;	H.	82 cm;	D.	62 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery, located in London’s exclusive Mayfair district, specializes in exceptional art and antiques from the 19th and early 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists and craftsmen. With a focus on quality and historical importance, our diverse collection unites exquisite pieces that exemplify unparalleled artistry. | jamie@mayfairgallery.com | 44.207.491.3435 |