Paul Giordano Rosewood and Faux Parchment Steel Art Deco Style Console Table

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This striking Italian-made console table captures the bold geometry and luxurious material vocabulary of classic Art Deco design, interpreted with … Read more This striking Italian-made console table captures the bold geometry and luxurious material vocabulary of classic Art Deco design, interpreted with a clean, modern sensitivity. Crafted with a richly figured rosewood frame, the piece showcases the warm depth, ribbon-like grain, and satin sheen that define high-quality Italian wood craftsmanship. The rectilinear silhouette is balanced by a strong architectural presence, while the minimalist profile allows the materials themselves to take center stage.

The console features a dramatic faux parchment top (at least we think that's what it is), meticulously hand-finished to emulate the organic warmth, subtle texture, and creamy coloration of natural parchment. Its smooth surface and refined tonal variations provide an elegant contrast to the darker rosewood base below. The raised top section also contains two discreet drawers with modern round pulls—perfect for storing keys, accessories, or documents while maintaining a clean, uncluttered appearance.

Below, a substantial polished steel stretcher bar spans the length of the console, adding both structural strength and a sleek industrial accent. The cool, reflective quality of the steel beautifully complements the warmth of the wood, creating a balanced interplay between organic and machined elements—one of the key aesthetic characteristics of elevated Italian Art Deco revival design.

This console table is highly versatile: ideal for an entry hall, living room, dining room, or office interior. Its mix of luxury materials, crisp lines, and sculptural presence make it suitable for modern, transitional, and Art Deco–inspired spaces.

About Paul Giordano Furniture, Techniques & Materials

Paul Giordano is celebrated for producing meticulously handcrafted luxury furnishings that blend classical proportions with contemporary refinement. His studio focuses on artisan-level woodworking, emphasizing precision, geometry, and beautifully curated materials.

Measures 52.5 wide x 30.25 tall x 23.5 deep

Signature Techniques

Hand-selected veneers: Giordano often uses Macassar ebony, rosewood, quilted maple, or bookmatched walnut, arranged in sunburst or radial patterns.

Custom hand-applied finishes: Multi-layered lacquers, satin sheens, and polished surfaces that highlight veneered patterns.

Architectural joinery: Strong lines, tight edges, and sculpted forms inspired by Art Deco, Neoclassical, and contemporary Italian design.

Distinctive Material Choices

Exotic hardwoods and rosewood veneers

Polished or brushed steel, bronze, or custom-cast hardware

Faux parchment, vellum, or lacquered tops

Clean-lined silhouettes that reference both classical and modern design languages

Giordano’s work is prized by designers for its craftsmanship, durability, and its ability to serve as a powerful statement piece in luxury interiors. See less