Mahogany Turned-Leg Side Table, c. 1940s
Viridian Eclection
Single Drawer • Brass Hardware • Barley-Twist Stretcher Base A graceful Colonial Revival mahogany side table from the mid-20th century, showcasing the craftsmanship and restrained ornamentation th...
Single Drawer • Brass Hardware • Barley-Twist Stretcher Base
A graceful Colonial Revival mahogany side table from the mid-20th century, showcasing the craftsmanship and restrained ornamentation that defined American furniture design in the 1940s. The piece rests on turned baluster legs joined by a barley-twist stretcher, terminating in fluted scroll feet. The single drawer features its original cast-brass rosette pulls, framed by a gently molded apron and a beveled top edge.
History
During the post-Depression decades, American makers revived earlier Federal and Sheraton forms, scaling them for modern interiors. Produced in workshops such as Mersman, Imperial, and Drexel, these tables combined 18th-century silhouettes with machine precision and warm, hand-rubbed mahogany finishes. Functional yet elegant, they served as telephone stands, sewing tables, and occasional pieces, blending nostalgia with utility.
Details
→ Period: c. 1930–1950
→ Origin: American, likely Mersman or similar workshop
→ Material: Mahogany veneer on solid birch
→ Hardware: Original brass rosette pulls
→ Condition: Excellent structural integrity with light finish wear consistent with age
→ Dimensions: approx. 28" H × 20" W × 14" D
Placement & Styling
This piece offers balance and poise in both classic and modern spaces. Use it as an entryway catch-all, a bedside companion, or a small writing or lamp table. Its deep mahogany tone contrasts beautifully against matte walls, velvet upholstery, or brass accents—bringing a note of quiet refinement and heritage to contemporary interiors. Ideal for curated vignettes, reading corners, or layered gallery settings where craftsmanship meets restraint.
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