French Side Table with Glass Top

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This small side table in the French Louis XV style dates from the early 20th century. The curved legs, the … Read more This small side table in the French Louis XV style dates from the early 20th century. The curved legs, the flowing apron, and the glazed top create a balanced, understated form with a clear connection to historical parlor furniture. It is delicate and elegant in any room. Historical Context: Smaller side and parlor tables of this type served primarily in living rooms and reception areas as flexible surfaces for books, small objects, lamps, or decorative arrangements. Forms with curved legs and curved aprons remained prevalent well beyond the 18th century and were frequently continued in the 19th and 20th centuries in historicist or style-inspired ways, especially for interiors that drew inspiration from French domestic culture. Features: - Glazed top with a geometrically structured wooden surface visible beneath - Curved legs with rolled ends and a curved apron. Design: The table is based on the formal principles of the Louis XV style without being heavily ornamented. Characteristic features include the curved lines of the legs, the softly sculpted corners, and the subtly dynamic silhouette, while the glazed top and the understated design result in a formally cohesive and rather serene appearance. Function: Formerly used as a small salon or side table for decorative and practical storage in the living area. Today: as a side table next to an armchair or sofa, as a small display surface, or as a discreet accent table in bedrooms or living rooms. Dimensions in cm: Height 46 × Width 50 × Depth 40. Material and condition: Oak and glass. Very good condition with signs of age and use, a light patina, and minor surface marks; the construction is stable and well-maintained. See less