A Louis XV Period Giltwood Console Table
c.1740-1745, France
This outstanding Louis XV Period Giltwood Console table is lavishly carved with the naturalistic, voluptuous motifs fashioned during the Louis XV period.
The ‘Terre de Sienne’, Arc-en-Arbalète-shaped (Crossbow Shape) marble top, above a symmetrical pierced foliate and acanthus-carved frieze, with C-scrolls and a central Rococo-shell cartouche, flanked by scrolled and foliate sprays.
On conforming C-scrolled, hipped, fretted, cabriole legs, headed with foliate sprays, joined by a conforming C-scrolled, foliate carved stretcher centred by a foliage and a central Rococo-shell cartouche, terminating on scrolled feet.
Displaying a superb degree of artistry, this table exemplifies the Louis XV era with grace and charm.
H 86cm x W 146cm x D 66cm
Sold As Is. In Good Condition. Wear Consistent with age and use.
