This light walnut pedestal table has a soft presence, accentuated by its rounded edges and the country feel of its silhouette. Made of wood, it combines a warm look with a drawer fitted with a brass knob, while its top provides discreet storage at side table height. Its size is ideal for an entrance hall, living room, or beside an armchair, to hold a book, a lamp, or a catchall tray. The height beneath the top leaves plenty of room to tuck in a lightweight seat or allow the arrangement to breathe. Sourced second-hand, it pairs beautifully with white ceramics and a few dried flowers in a tranquil interior.
Length: 39 cm
Width: 38 cm
Height: 80 cm
Drawer height: 6 cm
Height beneath top: 48 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. Originally designed as a support for lighting (candle holders, lamps), this small occasional piece is distinguished by 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.
