Dramatic 19th C Napoleon III Ebonized & Giltwood Console Table
Napoleon III Ebonized & Giltwood Console Table, circa 1870
Enter, if you will, the theatrical world of Napoleon III. Velvet curtains drawn, lights dimmed. Black as midnight, gilded like a Parisian opera balcony, and crowned with luminous white Carrara marble. This console table is très chic.
Crafted around 1870, this console boasts a confident, stately presence. The ebonized wood provides a dramatic backdrop for the finely carved giltwood details, all highlighted with gold leaf that catches the light with every passing glance. The marble top, carved from white Carrara marble, features a profiled edge and elegant curves. A refined counterpoint to the drama below. Contrast, after all, is everything.
The piece is in good, solid condition, with a few old repairs that have aged gracefully and are barely noticeable.
About the Napoleon III Style
The Napoleon III period is where interiors truly began to flirt with excess and intention. A style born from a love of the Orient, historic references, and bold combinations. Black and gold, forever a power couple, bring depth, glamour, and a hint of exotic intrigue. Furniture of this quality from the period are rare finds, making this console not only a visual triumph but also a serious collector’s piece.
Yes, it is over the top! That is precisely the point. Place it in a grand hallway as a show-stopping welcome, or let it amplify the drama in a maximalist interior. Either way, restraint is not invited. C’est la vie impériale.
A console for those who believe interiors should tell a story, preferably a dramatic one.
Please note
The photography was taken with studio lighting and flash, which enhances the contrast and makes the giltwood details appear extra luminous. In real life, the gold finish is slightly more subdued and nuanced, with a warmer, softer glow rather than a high shine. (Think elegant patina, not disco ball.)
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