Extendable Table Mahogany France XIX Century

Code :  ANTATA0122257

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Extendable Table Mahogany France XIX Century

Code :  ANTATA0122257

not available

Extendable Table Mahogany France XIX Century

Features

Age:  19th Century / 1801 - 1900

Origin:  France

Main essence:  Mahogany

Description

Round extendable table in mahogany, with central turned and carved baluster and legs ending in curl. French manufacture.

Product Condition:
Product that due to age and wear requires restoration and resumption of polishing.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 70,5
Width: 144
Depth: 124,3

Maximum size (cm):
Width: 340

Additional Information

Age: 19th Century / 1801 - 1900

19th Century / 1801 - 1900

Main essence: Mahogany

It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.
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