Elegant French occasional table with a top matching the book - antique

Elegant French occasional table with a matching book-matched quarter-veneered top, a crossbanded border in rosewood, and a brass edge above a small drawer with a fretwork front, all standing on slender legs united by a brass embellishment. This magnificent lamp table has been in excellent condition at all times, ready to be placed in your home.

Wonderful antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Currently, there is a growing appreciation for high-quality vintage items that possess a distinct character and soul. This is a nod to history, craftsmanship, and the design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its own distinctive features.

Many styles characterize antique furniture, but a few are particularly notable. Eclectic furniture refers to the 19th century, during which the Biedermeier style was predominant. Its early 20th-century variants include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis-Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. Toward the end of the century, these styles transitioned into pseudo-classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.

Empire-style furniture dates from the late 18th to early 19th century, originating from the reign of Napoleon. It was characterized by significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also draws heavily from ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, a term derived from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces designed to radiate brilliance and play a significant role in luxury. Rarely used materials were selectively employed to further emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how much influence the Baroque style has had on modern classical furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical period. The Renaissance style is also significant. Flourishing in the 15th and 16th centuries, it left a profound mark on furniture-making. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and robust, often using brown stains, cornices, strong bases, and relief carvings. These products were quite distinctive but also introduced new possibilities, such as the construction of cabinets and broadly speaking, chest-type furniture. Mythology and ancient times also inspired these designs, with supports and legs often taking animal forms.

Lion paws, eagle heads—these are common motifs in Renaissance-style furniture. Currently, many global brands reproduce such furniture, drawing inspiration from Italian and French craftsmen. This reflects admiration and respect for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It is important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, so each style had its own character. This is especially important when searching for elegant antique pieces suitable for your interior.

The key to stylish antique furniture is originality. Ultimately, this is crucial for buyers, as the market is flooded with many forgeries. Luxury Products provides documentation confirming the authenticity of each item in accordance with its description and photographs. We also have appraisers, art experts, historians, and specialists from around the world at your disposal.