Dating to circa 1890, the long, painted table is from a small hotel in Aix-en-Provence, France, that was closing its doors. It is in a similar taste to 19th-century butcher or pastry tables; however, at over 118 inches long, ours has exceptional length. A two-and-a-half-inch thick wood top has been added more recently, providing an aesthetic juxtaposition to the stunning pierced apron.
The apron consists of a repeating pattern of flowers inside scrolled consoles, each separated by a drop-down foliate noix, with a larger ball noix in each corner. A thin stretcher, adorned with two circular knops, joins the three X-shaped legs. Each X is embellished with a pair of swans near the top and curled leaves at the bottom, above small pad feet. Our painted cast iron table is an impressive table that would make a dramatic dining table, kitchen island, or console in a spacious area.
CONDITION: Good antique condition. Commensurate paint losses to the iron. Marks, losses and discoloration to top as seen in photos. The vintage wooden top is veneered and hollow and simply rests on the base. The top has a good weight and presents well (not original to the table).
