Empire Style
Table


USA, 19th-early 20th century
mahogany veneer, gilt wood, marble
34.25 h x 45.75 dia in (87 x 116 cm)

Table base features Bacchic masks, paw feet, and a later marble top.

Provenance: Christie's, New York | Acquired by Mr. and Mrs. J. Seward Johnson Sr. for Jasna Polana, Princeton | Thence by descent

This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

Fair to good antique condition. Marble shows areas of discoloration, wear and nicks to edge, and faint scattered scratches throughout, consistent with age and use. Thin split in top measuring approximately 6.5 inches. Base exhibits minor scratches and scuffs to veneer, with wear to gilded finishes exposing wood in some areas. Veneer shows some splits and chips to edges, with evidence of prior repair. Evidence of inactive insect activity to several elements.