Louis XVI Demilune Console Table with Marquetry & Ormolu Mounts
A majestic Louis XVI demilune console handcrafted from solid mahogany, adorned with intricate parquetry marquetry, gilded ormolu mounts, and a lower display shelf.
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Design Inspiration
Inspired by the refined elegance of late 18th-century French royal interiors, this demilune console embodies the Louis XVI Neoclassical spirit. Its half-moon silhouette, slender fluted legs, and disciplined symmetry echo the grandeur of Versailles, making it an immediate focal point in any entrance hall, salon, or gallery.
Materials & Finish
The console is constructed from solid mahogany, providing an enduring structural foundation. The tabletop features an elaborate parquetry field of contrasting veneers, crowned by a central floral marquetry medallion that draws the eye with its botanical intricacy. Antique brass ormolu mounts — delicate swag garlands, rosette corner pieces, and lion-mask hardware — are applied across the frieze and legs, delivering the authentic gilded warmth synonymous with the Louis XVI period. The lower demi-lune shelf mirrors the tabletop's sunburst parquetry inlay, completing the composition with perfect visual balance. All brass hardware is hand-chased and hand-finished by Brass & Wood artisans.
Craftsmanship
Every console is individually handcrafted in the Brass & Wood atelier in Egypt, where master craftsmen trained in classical European techniques join solid wood joinery, hand-cut veneers, and hand-applied brass mounts into a single unified piece. The result is a faithful reproduction of museum-quality French furniture that carries the warmth of genuine artisanship.
Dimensions & Details
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| Materials | Solid Wood, Brass |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Egypt |
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Ability to Customize | Yes |
| Handcrafted | Yes |
| Delivery Time | 30-45 Days |
| Fragile | No |
| Placement Room | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Reception, Library |
| Design Style | Louis XVI Neoclassical |
| Mirror Included | No |
| Ornamentation Level | Heavily Ornate |