A Mid 20th Century refined serpentine-front console table with faux slate top and elegant proportions
At a Glance - Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility
• Origin: Continental Europe
• Date: Mid 20th Century, circa 1950–60
• Material: Solid wood with painted faux slate top
• Subject: Serpentine-front decorative console table
• Function: Console table for display, hallway or wall placement
• Finish: White’s Antiques’ Specialist Antique White Distressed Finish with Faux Slate Top
• Condition: Very good condition. Painted to simulate naturally aged surfaces with expected wear, historic marks and minor imperfections consistent with age and use, all contributing to their character
• Dimensions: H: 77cm (30.3") | W: 92cm (36.2") | D: 42cm (16.5")
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• Desirability:
• Elegant serpentine front offering soft architectural movement
• Faux slate top provides visual weight and contrast
• Compact, versatile scale suitable for a wide range of interiors
• Neutral antique white finish layers easily with existing schemes
• Practical drawer storage discreetly integrated into the design
Heritage, History & Craftsmanship
This serpentine-fronted console table, dating to the mid 20th century, is a refined and highly versatile piece, combining elegant form with subtle decorative detailing. Its gently curved front introduces a sense of movement and softness, while the overall proportions remain light and architectural.
The table is fitted with a shaped faux slate top, carefully painted to convincingly simulate the texture and tonal variation of aged stone. This darker surface provides contrast against the pale body, grounding the piece visually while adding a touch of understated drama.
Below, the apron incorporates two small drawers, each finished with simple ring pulls, offering practical storage without disrupting the clean lines of the design. The table stands on slender, tapering legs, contributing to its graceful stance and allowing it to sit comfortably within both traditional and more contemporary interiors.
Finished in White’s Antiques’ Specialist Antique White Distressed Finish, the surface displays subtle tonal variation, gentle wear, and carefully layered ageing, giving the piece depth, warmth, and character while remaining calm and understated.
Styling Suggestions
• Ideal as a hallway or landing console beneath artwork or a mirror
• Style with a table lamp, sculptural vessel, or stack of books
• Works beautifully in both classical and modern interiors
• A refined choice for spaces where depth is limited but impact is desired
Explore Every Facet
Our high-resolution photographs allow you to examine this console in detail, exactly as you would in the showroom. These images form an essential part of the condition report and are intended to provide complete transparency and confidence in your purchase. Study the faux slate surface, serpentine shaping, drawer detailing, and painted finish closely to fully appreciate its craftsmanship and character.
Sustainable Style
Thank you for considering this Serpentine Fronted Console Table in Antique White with Faux Slate Top a choice that is both culturally and environmentally responsible… in every sense, the most sustainable item is the one that endures
Antiques and decorative furnishings of this nature represent the most sustainable form of interior design: already made, already aged, and designed to endure. Choosing such pieces preserves existing materials, supports traditional craftsmanship, and brings depth, individuality, and continuity into modern interiors.
Purchase with Confidence
White’s Antiques carefully selects every item for authenticity, character, craftsmanship, and decorative presence - ensuring that each piece carries both aesthetic and decorative value. Every item is described and photographed with care, ensuring complete transparency and confidence in your purchase.
We are an established and successful business serving both trade and private collectors. You are warmly invited to visit our shop at 53 High Street, Arundel, and our Showroom at The Vinery, Poling, West Sussex, to experience our curated collections firsthand, explore the stories behind each piece, and appreciate these timeless furnishings in person.
measurements
Height:
77 cm
Width:
92 cm
Depth:
42 cm
measurements
declaration
White’s Antiques has clarified that the Decorative Serpentine Fronted Console Table in Antique White with Faux Slate Top (LA558147) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being Mid 20th Century