Napoleon iii side table in floral marquetry, griotte red marble top dimensions: height: 102 cm width: 92 cm depth: 40 cm an elegant napoleon iii style side table in precious veneer and polychrome marquetry, opening with a central door concealing interior storage space. the front is adorned with a remarkable marquetry panel depicting a vase of flowers composed of various finely carved wood species. the decoration is framed by a rich beaded molding in gilt bronze and highlighted by a chevron frieze. the uprights are embellished with gilt bronze mounts decorated with female caryatids and terminate in bronze sabots. the frieze features a top drawer inlaid with scrolling foliage and fitted with movable bronze handles. the whole is topped with an elegant molded griotte red marble, perfectly matching the richness of the wood veneer. high-quality french craftsmanship dating from the second half of the 19th century, characteristic of napoleon iii reception furniture. period napoleon iii, circa 1860-1880. materials rosewood, fruitwood, floral marquetry, gilt bronze, red griotte marble. condition good overall condition. wear and restorations consistent with age. antique marble with slight signs of use. complete bronze mounts.