Description

Width: 51cm

Depth: 36cm

Height: 72cm

A highly decorative c1900 tortoiseshell bamboo occasional table, showcasing the distinctive mottled colouring that made tortoiseshell bamboo furniture so desirable during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.

Constructed from genuine bamboo, the table displays the naturally occurring tortoiseshell patterning prized by collectors today.

The rectangular top is finished in contrasting black lacquer and raised upon slender bamboo supports with decorative stretchers below.

An unusual lower trough-style shelf is incorporated into the base, adding both practicality and visual interest.

Tortoiseshell bamboo furniture enjoyed immense popularity during the Aesthetic Movement and the wider fascination with Oriental-inspired interiors.

Pieces of this quality are increasingly sought after due to their decorative appeal, natural materials, and versatility within both traditional and contemporary homes.

With its elegant proportions and attractive colour contrast, this table works equally well as a lamp table, side table, hallway table, plant stand, or decorative accent piece.