“Holy Cow! Check this out!”
These are some of the first words that come to mind when one first sees this piece. First, to say it is “amazing, stunning, or unbelievable” simply doesn’t do it. Second, the pictures below simply cannot relate the visual impact this piece has. It’s presence, character, and…awesomeness can only be experienced in person.
So, what is it? This is a form of a pier table called a petticoat table. The difference being a petticoat table has a mirror and a pier table does not. It is made out of solid rosewood. It has two drawers that match the front perfectly and make them “invisible”. It is 46” wide at the base, 3’ tall, and it is 21 3/8” deep. The backsplash adds an additional 6 ¾” in height. The mirror was replaced by us with an antique mirror of the same age from our warehouse. Anglo-Indian. Circa 1830-1860
This particular piece is a combination of Asian and British influences. More than likely, it would have been made for the home of a British national stationed in India for business during the 19th century while it was a colony. During this period, the local cabinet makers would have tried to meet the furniture needs of the British by basing furniture designs on the classic British taste combined with their own local influences. First and foremost, this led to the widespread use of solid rosewood. Yes, SOLID rosewood. Indian rosewood is domestic and desired by the European market for the rich and exotic graining. It was imported in the 19th century and often used as an accent due to its cost. Any British, or American, person of affluence would have known what it was. Furthermore, it is the only wood sold by the pound and is commonly used as a veneer as a result. To find something of this scale made out of solid rosewood is hard to believe. When this piece was “brought home” from India it would have been a focal point in any home and very prestigious.
Price: $3,795
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