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Marble top bedside/drawer table

By sprid, 5 April, 2025
Description

Wooden side table with marble top, three drawers, with ornate brass (?) handles. 30.5" tall, 26" wide, 18" deep. 

Category
Furniture
Medium
Wood type unknown (dark wood)
Distinguishing marks
Drawer handles
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
30.5" tall, 26" wide, 18" deep
For Sale?
No
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Naida

2 months 3 weeks ago

Antique Marble-Top Side Table

Item Description:
A dark wood side table or commode with a light marble top, featuring three drawers, each adorned with ornate brass pulls. The piece has gently curved Cabriole legs, scalloped apron detailing, and appears to be in excellent condition.

Dimensions:

  • Height: 30.5 inches
  • Width: 26 inches
  • Depth: 18 inches

Style and Period:

This piece strongly reflects French Provincial or Louis XV revival design elements, especially in the Cabriole legs, scalloped apron, and floral brass hardware. It likely dates from the early to mid-20th century (1930s–1960s), when reproductions of 18th-century French furniture were especially popular in the United States. The marble top adds elegance and durability, a common feature in French-style bedroom or parlor furniture.

Materials:

  • Wood: Possibly walnut or mahogany, stained in a darker finish. The grain and construction suggest solid wood rather than veneer.
  • Top: Polished marble, possibly Carrera or a similar pale stone.
  • Hardware: Cast brass drawer pulls, with intricate openwork floral motif.

Condition:

  • Excellent vintage condition.
  • Minor age-related wear on wood and possible patina on brass hardware, which adds character.
  • Marble top appears intact without visible cracks or chips.

Estimated Value:

  • Retail (in-store or online vintage seller): $300–$600
  • Private sale or estate auction: $200–$400
  • Fair market value for appraisal/insurance: ~$450

Historical Context:

French Provincial furniture became widely reproduced in the mid-20th century for the American market. Pieces like this one, although not necessarily handcrafted in France, were made to bring elegant Old World style into suburban and urban homes. These tables were often part of matching bedroom sets.

Recommendation:

If you're looking for authentication, refinishing, or potential resale advice, a consultation with a certified appraiser or a dealer in vintage European or French Provincial furniture is recommended. Some reputable options include:

  • ISA Appraisers (International Society of Appraisers)
  • 1stDibs & Chairish Sellers/Consultants
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