Centre table - Wood, marquetry - Inlaid shelf

Fascinating and refined three-shelf étagère table in full Napoleon III style, superb expression of French cabinetmaking. The piece stands out for its flowing lines and the extraordinary richness of detail, ideal as a decorative element for the living room or entryway. Key Features & Construction: • Inlaid Shelves: Each of the three shaped tiers features a splendid central panel decorated with a refined floral inlay (marquetry) in a bouquet, made with contrasting wood veneers on a geometric background. • Premium Veneers: The piece is veneered in noble woods, juxtaposed to create a dynamic visual and geometric effect that accentuates the flowing forms. • Structure and Supports: The three tiers are supported by four elegant slender cabriole legs, enriched at the joints with appliques and feet in gilded bronze or finely worked brass. • The Perforated Rails: The upper surface is bordered by a distinctive pierced metal gallery (ringhierina), a classic element of period French furniture, designed to protect the items on display. • Under-Top Drawer: The upper shelf conceals in its band a convenient pull-out drawer, whose front continues the piece’s inlaid motif and is finished with a bronze pull/knob handle.

Estimate:£251.85

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