French Art Deco Period Empire Style Round End Table With Birdseye Maple Top

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Elegance and classical simplicity are beautifully expressed in this French round end table, created during the Art Deco era as … Read more Elegance and classical simplicity are beautifully expressed in this French round end table, created during the Art Deco era as a refined interpretation of Empire design. The circular top displays richly figured birdseye maple wood with a warm, time-softened patina, echoed below by the tripartite platform stretcher. Three slender ebonized walnut columns unite the two surfaces, creating a fluid architectural rhythm and a striking contrast between the dark polished wood and the luminous natural grain.
The shaped tripartite base follows the rounded movement of the table and rests upon expressive brass paw feet, completing the composition with a distinctive Empire flourish. Every element is thoughtfully balanced, from the repetition of the birdseye maple wood to the clarity of the ebonized supports and the glow of the brass accents. Beautifully executed on a small scale, this versatile table carries the presence of a much larger piece and is ideal beside a sofa, between two chairs, or as a drinks table in a library, bedroom, or sitting room.
Circa 1930s
Measures 22.5H x 22 in diameter
Available at Inessa Stewart’s Antiques, Dallas Design District, Dallas, Texas. See less