With its dark wood top and grey legs, this vintage side table boasts a contemporary look, enhanced by a 1960s spirit. It sits perfectly at the end of a sofa in a living room, ready to hold a lamp, a few books, or a glass within easy reach. Its understated design highlights the contrast between wood and metal, offering a measured presence that is easy to integrate. Tucked next to a reading chair, it accommodates a cup, an open book, and a bouquet in a ceramic vase. As a second-hand piece, it bears the memory of its past: the legs wobble slightly and there are a few marks on its painted feet.
Width: 65 cm
Depth: 40 cm
Height: 48 cm
Height under the tabletop: 46 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 according to need: to place a candlestick, a cup of tea, or a bedside book.
