This Asian/Chinese-style side table captivates with its dark wood and the look of a carefully crafted second-hand piece. Made of hardwood, it combines a discreet presence with a finish that complements a country-style interior, an entryway, or a living room. Its carved drawer holds small daily essentials, while the bottom shelf offers extra storage for a book, a stack of magazines, or a light basket. Placed near an armchair, it also serves as a refined display, perfect for a lamp, a ceramic cup, and some fresh flowers on its top.
Length: 55 cm
Width: 40 cm
Height: 81 cm
Drawer height: 13 cm
A brief history of the side table
Born in the 17th century under the name "guéridon," the side table owes its origin to the Moorish slaves (called guéridons) depicted on the carved legs of the first models brought back from Italy. This nomadic piece of furniture revolutionized social life at court by breaking the rigidity of large sideboards to create conversation hubs anywhere in the room. Its light and compact structure was designed to be moved according to one's needs: to hold a candlestick, a cup of tea, or a bedside book.
