An Italian 19th century Genovese st. Charles X Period Walnut center/dining table

List: $44,500.00

A sensational and unique Italian 19th century Genovese st. Charles X Period Walnut center/dining table. The table displays a circular top, that is removable to showcase a stunning square top below with four drawers. The table is raised by 'C'... — Read More

Item # 13373
H: 30.25 in L: 63 in D: 62.25 in
H: 77 cm L: 160 cm D: 158 cm
Italy
19th Century
Walnut
Charles X Period Read More, Genovese st. Read More

(Charles X Period) - During the French Restoration period, Charles X's style was softer with the adaptation of curved lines. Although a continuation of the French Empire, this style was less formal than the Napoleonic era. The elegant aspects of the French Empire were still visible, but shapes became curvier with volutes and arabesque movements. Bois Clairs, or light woods, were varnished to highlight the grains and inlaid to replace bronze work seen on pieces from earlier periods. At this time dark woods had become harder and harder to find in France, with Napoleonic policies preventing France from doing business and importing items from the rest of Europe. Craftsmen now had to find alternatives to Mahogany, which was the most common material used. Bird’s-eye Maple, Ash, Plane, Yew, Beech, Oliver, and Cedar were now more often used and contributed to this new style's popularity.

(Genovese st.) - The Genovese style is a reference to antiques originating from Genoa Italy. Genoa is the largest and most historical port in Italy. Since the 12th century, Genoa’s trade in the Mediterranean Sea expanded to become a commercial trading hub for luxury Eastern items. Genoa has been influenced throughout the centuries and displays many exceptional examples of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Gothic buildings. Antiques in the Genovese style are inherently Italian but display a variety of ancient cultural themes.

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