This second-hand telephone table charms with its country-style lines and dark wood, which give it a sober and warm appearance. With its seat on the right, it offers a pleasant spot to sit in an entryway or living room, while the niche and drawer on the left can accommodate a telephone, notebooks, or a few small everyday items. Its height makes it easy to place against a wall without cluttering the floor space, and its wood finish pairs naturally with both vintage decor and more minimalist pieces. Placed under a mirror, it can hold a lamp and a tray for keys and coins. Like any vintage piece, it bears the marks of its past: a few signs of wear from time.
Length: 76 cm
Width: 40 cm
Height: 78 cm
Seat height: 46 cm
Seat width: 40 cm
Seat depth: 33 cm
Drawer height: 5 cm
Niche height: 16.5 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 clusters anywhere in the room. Its light and compact structure was designed to be moved as needed: to hold a candlestick, a cup of tea, or a bedside book.
