Round Oak Side Table, 1900

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A historic round side table made of oak, circa 1900, with a turned base and cross-linked struts. Its compact height, … Read more A historic round side table made of oak, circa 1900, with a turned base and cross-linked struts. Its compact height, closed circular shape, and rhythmically structured frame lend the piece a clear, elegant presence. Historical Context: Small round side tables of this type were used around the turn of the century as flexible, complementary pieces of furniture in living spaces. They stood next to upholstered furniture, in parlors, ladies' rooms, or smaller sitting areas, and served as a surface for books, small tools, needlework, or lighting. Features: Turned legs and connecting struts in a regularly rhythmic arrangement. Round tabletop with a segmented wooden surface and a profiled edge all around. Design: Formally, the table stands between late historicist interior design and the already simplified, practical design principles of around 1900. Key features include the compact circular shape, the vertically emphasized turned legs, and the cross-linked base with its spherically shaped struts. Formerly: a small side or coffee table for living rooms, often used as flexible storage in seating areas or smaller rooms. Today: usable as a side table, lamp table, or low accent table in living rooms, hallways, or next to individual armchairs. Dimensions in cm: Height 58 / Diameter 50. Material and condition: Oak. Very good condition with few signs of wear and patina. The wood surface displays its natural color; stable and refinished. See less