This gold-tone metal and glass side table adds a subtle contemporary touch, with its two glass shelves edged in black and its gold-tone metal frame. Sourced second-hand, it naturally fits into a living room or entryway, where its open middle section can hold a lamp, a few books, or a vase. The transparency of the glass lightens the overall look, while the black accents discreetly define the contours and highlight the objects placed on top. Tucked beside an armchair, it can hold a cup, a bouquet of fresh flowers, or a stack of magazines. As a second-hand piece, it bears the marks of its past: a few signs of wear.
Length: 41 cm
Width: 41 cm
Height: 72 cm
Niche height: 47 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 earliest models brought back from Italy. This mobile piece of furniture revolutionized social life at court by allowing people to break away from the rigidity of large buffets and create conversation areas anywhere in the room. Its lightweight, compact structure was designed to be moved as needed: to hold a candlestick, a cup of tea, or a bedside book.
