Small tripod side table

Superb antique small piece of Asian/Japanese-inspired furniture, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century, from the Napoléon III/Belle Époque period, in the style of Gabriel Viardot's creations. Curved tripod legs with scrolls, topped with three finely sculpted heads of chimeras/dragons in high relief. The apron under the top is pierced with symmetrical scrolls, and the low stretcher features a sculpted medallion providing excellent stability. Structure made of solid wood, walnut or beech, fully stripped, revealing a superb raw natural grain, treated and varnished for an authentic style. Molded circular top fitted with its original inset marble. Very good structural condition, healthy, stable furniture with no wobble. Shows a beautiful patina of time with slight signs of use consistent with its age, small discreet chips on the molding and traces of old inactive woodworm holes. Discreet restoration done on the low stretcher, see photo.