This classic Empire writing table is made of decedent mahogany and features detailed bronze mounts balanced with precision. Dating back to the 19th century, the French antique piece sports bronze Egyptian heads above each leg. Each head is angled to face the room on the diagonal. Continuing down the tapered legs, below the profiled figures, we find fantastic lions’ paw feet. The table’s apron is adorned with bronze mounts, and an elaborate escutcheon on each of two drawers. The mounts on the apron offer one final detail on each side; the winged head of Hermes resting in the center of a diamond. While the piece is classic in style, it is of course rare in its balanced, stately beauty.
Price: $18,000
French 19th Century Louis XVI Game Table
Item Number: 1180
This Louis XVI demi-lune game table is made of beautiful mahogany. Dating back to the 19th century, the French antique piece can rest either in its sleek half moon shape or open into a stately, round game table. The round playing surface is inlaid with an exquisite gold tooled leather top, the entirety of which is framed in bronze banding. Below, the piece features recessed panels enveloped in light bronze bands. Finally, the table rests on round fluted legs with round bronze feet. Closed: 43" wide x 21 1/2" deep x 30" tall; Open: 43 diameter x 29" tall
Price: $15,000