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Early American Console with Book Trough (c. 1948–1955) — Serpentine Top, Turned Legs, Two-Tone Charm

The Piece

Meet your new “do-everything” console. Born in the post-war years (c. 1948–1955), this Early American–revival table brings warm curves and practical storage in one graceful silhouette. The softly serpentine top invites a lamp and a vignette; the center book trough corrals magazines or records; the full lower shelf handles baskets, barware, or extra blankets. It’s compact, hardworking, and quietly handsome—perfect for entry, living room, or hallway.

Design & Construction

Form & Style: A molded “cookie-edge” top floats over baluster-turned legs; side panels rise to cradle the center trough; a full base shelf grounds the piece.
Materials: Maple/birch frame with veneered top and shelves—classic post-war construction—refreshed in a two-tone finish: walnut-stained wood surfaces + antique-cream base.
Details You’ll Love: The gentle wave of the top edge, the tactile turnings, and proportions made for modern living (narrow depth, just-right height).

How to Style It

  • Entryway: Lamp + catch-all tray up top, keys and mail in the trough, baskets below.

  • Living Room: Spin your favorite vinyl—the trough fits records; style books and a plant on the lower shelf.

  • Dining: Park a tray for decanters and glassware above; linens and serveware below.

Condition

Structurally tight and sturdy. Professionally refinished two-tone surfaces with light, tasteful patina to edges—ready to place and enjoy.

Product Details

Attribute Description
Origin United States
Year c. 1948–1955
Style Early American / Colonial Revival
Materials Maple/birch frame; veneered top & shelves
Finish Two-tone: walnut shelves & top; antique-cream base
Features Serpentine molded top; integrated book/magazine trough; turned legs
Condition Excellent restored condition

 

Why It Belongs in Your Home

Blending early 20th-century charm with a modern neutral palette, this console table suits both traditional and transitional interiors. Perfect in an entryway, dining room, or guest suite, it provides layered storage and warmth—proof that practical pieces can also be quietly elegant.

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