18Th Century Dutch Walnut Floral Marquetry Serpentine Side Table

DESCRIPTION
A particularly attractive 18th-century Dutch walnut and marquetry serpentine side table, finely decorated throughout with scrolling floral and foliate inlay.
The shaped top is centred by an elaborate marquetry composition of flowers and foliage, arranged within a decorative border and set against the rich, dark walnut ground. The serpentine front incorporates a single drawer, similarly decorated with trailing leafy branches and fitted with three attractive brass mounts.
Further marquetry detail continues onto the shaped apron and upper sections of the legs, the table standing on four elegant, slender tapering supports.
The combination of the sinuous serpentine form, finely worked marquetry and beautifully aged walnut gives the table considerable decorative presence. It has developed a particularly rich colour and patina, with the signs of age adding to rather than detracting from its character.
A charming and highly decorative piece of Dutch furniture, of useful proportions as a side, occasional or lamp table.

DIMENSIONS
Height: 74 cm
Width: 70 cm
Depth: 45 cm

CONDITION
The table is structurally sound, with a particularly pleasing colour and well-developed patina. The drawer runs smoothly and retains what appear to be its original brass fittings. There is a historic horizontal split extending across the top, visible through the marquetry, together with the expected light marks, scratches and staining associated with considerable age and use, particularly around the frieze and legs. There is also evidence of a small amount of historic woodworm, principally around the rear left support. Overall, a very attractive and characterful table, retaining a wonderful rich colour, elegant proportions and exceptionally decorative marquetry.