Lacquered Tuscan Side Table with Faux Marble Top, 19th Century

Details

Description

A bold and character-filled Tuscan side table from the 19th century, featuring a hand-painted faux marble top with striking geometric … Read more A bold and character-filled Tuscan side table from the 19th century, featuring a hand-painted faux marble top with striking geometric motifs. The tabletop is a trompe-l’œil composition, cleverly imitating rich stone inlays through expertly layered lacquerwork in warm tones of ochre, umber, and charcoal. Angular fields of simulated marble converge in a dynamic central diamond, framed by a painted border that mimics veined marble with uncanny precision.

The base is painted in a deep terracotta red, worn beautifully with age and softened at the edges by time. The squared legs and apron remain simple and utilitarian, allowing the illusionistic top to remain the table’s poetic centerpiece. Despite its rustic structure, the decorative ambition of the top reflects a deep appreciation for classical materials and an artistic ingenuity typical of the Tuscan countryside during the 1800s.

This piece likely served as a side or occasional table, marrying functionality with decorative flair. Its honest construction and richly imaginative finish speak to a period where even the humblest furnishings were infused with beauty and craft.

A striking piece for eclectic interiors, whether placed beside a linen sofa, in a sunlit entryway, or used as an altar for beloved objects. See less