This second-hand walnut pedestal table, crafted from dark wood in a country style, captivates with its fold-down top and oval shape accentuated by a shell motif. Its violin-shaped table highlights a central leg carved with a leaf, while casters on all four legs make it easy to move from room to room. The mechanism works, making it a piece of furniture that is as elegant as it is functional for a living room or occasional dining area. It readily accommodates a lamp, a few books, or a tea set, then folds down when space needs to be kept clear. Placed next to a sofa and adorned with a bouquet of fresh flowers, it creates a refined and understated scene.
Length: 100 cm
Width: 67 cm
Height: 77 cm
A brief history of the pedestal table
Appearing in the 17th century, the pedestal table takes its name from a ballet character, "Guéridon", who held a torch. Initially designed as a support for lighting (candlesticks, lamps), this small occasional piece stands out for its circular top resting on a single central base. Whether in an Empire style in solid mahogany or a Seventies style in rattan, it adapts to any interior as an end table or display table. Today, it remains the centerpiece for creating a reading nook with elegance and lightness.
