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Louis XV Style Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Cocktail Table with Carved Cabriole Legs and Glass Protective Top
Louis XV Style Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Cocktail Table with Carved Cabriole Legs and Glass Protective Top
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An elegant Louis XV style cocktail table, masterfully crafted in richly figured walnut and finely inlaid with contrasting wood marquetry. The shaped rectangular top features a striking book-matched veneer field centered by an elaborate floral bouquet within an oval reserve, framed by scrolling foliate inlay that enhances the graceful serpentine outline. A custom-fitted beveled glass protective top preserves the intricate marquetry while showcasing its exceptional craftsmanship. The table is fitted with raised gallery ends incorporating turned spindle railings and boldly carved foliate terminals, adding both decorative refinement and practical function. The shaped apron is further embellished with complementary marquetry scrollwork, while the entire piece is supported on elegantly carved cabriole legs terminating in scrolling feet. Deeply carved acanthus ornament at each corner reflects the influence of eighteenth-century French Rococo design. Inspired by the luxurious furnishings produced during the reign of Louis XV, this table embodies the graceful curves, flowing ornament, and meticulous veneering that have made French Provincial and Rococo Revival furniture enduring favorites among collectors and decorators. The warm walnut tones, finely executed marquetry, and sculptural carving create a sophisticated focal point equally suited for formal living rooms, libraries, or refined traditional interiors. An exceptionally decorative example combining elegant French styling, intricate marquetry craftsmanship, and practical functionality with its protective glass top.

  • Literature: Inspired by eighteenth-century Louis XV furniture and the celebrated marquetry traditions of Parisian ébénistes including André-Charles Boulle and Bernard II van Risenburgh. Comparable twentieth-century interpretations were produced by high-quality European and American manufacturers specializing in French Provincial and Rococo Revival furnishings.
  • Circa: Mid to late 20th century.
  • Condition: Overall good vintage condition. Structurally sound and presenting well. Displays light surface wear, scattered scratches, finish rubs, and minor edge losses consistent with age and use. The marquetry remains attractive with minor age-related wear. Glass protective top exhibits light surface scratches commensurate with normal use. Examination under blacklight and by a qualified conservator is recommended for a complete condition assessment.

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July 18, 2026 7:00 AM PDT
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Bid Increments
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$0 $49 $5
$50 $199 $10
$200 $499 $25
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