Hexagonal Shaped Walnut Merchant's Table with Double-Sided Drawer and Lower Shelf French circa 1870

List: $3,660

An unassuming late 19th-century French hexagonal-shaped walnut merchant's table circa 1870, of unique design with a double-sided drawer for discreet "under the table" exchanges of money and goods; on bracket feet with cross-stretcher and a diamond-shaped lower shelf.  The table's hexagonal top is bordered by a gallery rail and has a rich, warm patina showing desirable antique wear.

Merchant tables like this were commonly used in shops and markets and were designed to facilitate efficient and secure transactions.

height: 26 in. (66 cm.)
width: 20 in. (51 cm.)
depth: 13 in. (33 cm.)

• Item Number: JG24030400
• Country: France
• Period: Late 19th Century, Late Victorian
• Creation Date: Circa 1870
• Materials: Walnut
• Height: 26 in., 66 cm.
• Length: 20 in., 51 cm.
• Depth: 13 in., 33 cm.
• Condition: Very good