French Louis XVI 3 Tier Marquetry Inlaid Etagere Side Table

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French three-tiered marquetry inlaid etagere table with brass gallery and one drawer. The top shelf depicts a beautifully inlaid bird … more French three-tiered marquetry inlaid etagere table with brass gallery and one drawer. The top shelf depicts a beautifully inlaid bird on a branch with twigs and acorns, and the one dovetailed drawer is directly below with burlwood face and lovely bronze pull. The lower two shelves are inlaid with intricate floral motifs, all inlaid with satinwood, birds eye maple, and other woods. This beautifully delicate etagere with intricate marquetry, a process of inlay that gained popularity in France in the late 16th century, has artful richness framed with ornate gilt brass work around the perimeter of each level. This beautiful table sits on slender ebonized legs that finish through three tiers in spade fashion.. #6145 less