Monumental 19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Draper Table or Table de Drapier

Monumental 19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Draper Table or Table de DrapierA monumental 19th century French Louis Philippe period table de drapier from a draper's atelier in Lyon, circa 1840s. Handcrafted of solid walnut with a pine skirt, this exceptional draper table features a large rounded edge two plank top resting upon six turned legs with a single plank bottom shelf that also has rounded corners. Draper tables were used by seamstresses to measure and cut fabrics and textiles, and were a common feature in cloth

A monumental 19th century French Louis Philippe period table de drapier from a draper's atelier in Lyon, circa 1840s. Handcrafted of solid walnut with a pine skirt, this exceptional draper table features a large rounded edge two-plank top resting upon six turned legs with a single plank bottom shelf that also has rounded corners. Draper tables were used by seamstresses to measure and cut fabrics and textiles, and were a common feature in cloth merchant’s shops. This superb example of a French draper's table, having excellent form and a rich, warm patina, will be a statement piece that adds charm and character to any room. Perfect as a kitchen island, work table, or console table, it will also work well in a foyer, restaurant, or as a store display.

Dimensions:

h - 33"

w - 126.5"

d - 24"; bottom shelf d - 17"