Vintage French Kingwood Parquetry Coffee Table

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This is a stunning Vintage French Transitional style kingwood parquetry coffee table from the mid 20th Century.

The parquetry decoration on the top was masterfully hand crafted by a French craftsman, with cabriole legs and supplemented with decorative gilded ormolu mounts.

There is no mistaking its unique quality and very elaborate design, which is certain to make this table a talking point in your home and add a sparkle your reception room.

The table's breathtaking parquetry set against the rich texture of the kingwood make this table one to treasure for years to come.

Measurements:

Height: 49 cm x Width: 78 cm x Depth: 44 cm

Condition:

This vintage coffee table is in excellent condition. Please see photos for confirmation of its condition.

Kingwood - is a classic furniture wood, almost exclusively used for inlays on very fine furniture. Occasionally it is used in the solid for small items and turned work, including parts of billiard cues, e.g., those made by John Parris. It is brownish-purple with many fine darker stripes and occasional irregular swirls. Occasionally it contains pale streaks of a similar colour to sapwood.

The wood is very dense and hard and can be brought to a spectacular finish. it turns well but due to its density and hardness can be difficult to work with hand tools. It also hasa tendency to blunt the tools due to its abrasiveproperties.