19th Century Pair Art Nouveau Bronze and Marble Top End Tables by Ferville Suan

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An exceptional and highly decorative pair of 19th century Art Nouveau end tables signed Ferville-Suan, masterfully executed in richly patinated … Read more An exceptional and highly decorative pair of 19th century Art Nouveau end tables signed Ferville-Suan, masterfully executed in richly patinated wood with exquisite ormolu bronze mounts and luxurious Portoro marble tops. Combining sculptural artistry, organic movement, and refined French craftsmanship, this remarkable pair stands as an outstanding example of the elegance and sensuality that defined the Art Nouveau movement at the turn of the century. Each table is crowned by a striking circular Portoro marble top, showcasing dramatic natural veining with rich black, charcoal, cream, and golden tones throughout. The luxurious marble surfaces create a stunning visual contrast against the warm gilt bronze mounts and deep green patinated bases beneath, giving the tables extraordinary depth and decorative presence.

The central supports are particularly impressive, featuring beautifully sculpted figural bronze nymphs rendered in flowing Art Nouveau form. Each graceful female figure appears integrated organically into the structure of the table, embodying the movement’s fascination with nature, femininity, and fluidity. The finely modeled figures display exceptional detail in their flowing hair, drapery, and naturalistic poses, demonstrating the high level of artistry associated with luxury French decorative arts of the Belle Époque period. The tables are further enriched with elegant ormolu mounts and decorative detailing throughout, including scrolling foliate forms and richly cast bases that elevate the sculptural quality of each piece. The combination of dark patinated surfaces and luminous gilt bronze creates dramatic visual contrast while highlighting the refined craftsmanship and exceptional casting quality.

Signed examples by Ferville-Suan are particularly desirable among collectors and connoisseurs of Art Nouveau decorative arts. Pierre Eugène Émile Hébert dit Ferville-Suan was a noted French sculptor associated with the late 19th and early 20th century Belle Époque period, admired for his elegant figural compositions and decorative bronze works. His creations embodied the romanticism and organic sophistication that came to define French Art Nouveau design during its golden age. The scale and proportions of these tables make them exceptionally versatile for use as end tables, guéridons, lamp tables, or decorative accent tables within sophisticated interiors. They function beautifully within Art Nouveau, Belle Époque, Hollywood Regency, neoclassical, eclectic, and luxury contemporary settings alike.

The rarity of finding a true matching pair featuring both signed figural bronze work and Portoro marble tops makes these tables especially collectible and visually commanding. Their sculptural quality allows them to function equally as decorative art objects and practical furnishings. The pair is in good antique condition with the exception of some light surface scratches, Minor finish loss, tarnishing to bronze and normal age related wear. As to be expected with items of age and use.

Dimensions: 20.25 inches high x 16 inches x 16 inches See less