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Early 18th Century Eagle Console Table

$30,839.81List Price

About the Item

An extremely rare, early 18th century George II period 'Roman Eagle' console table with 'Verde Antico' marble top, in the manner of Francis Brodie. England or Scotland, circa 1740. Why We Like It This remarkable eagle console table is a prime example of early Georgian design infused with classical symbolism often associated with English architect William Kent. Its centrepiece is a finely carved eagle, wings outstretched in a dynamic pose, supporting a polished green marble top. The beautifully carved Greek key pattern on the frieze beneath the marble is an archetypal Palladian motif symbolising order and eternity. The eagle — a potent emblem of power and divine authority — draws inspiration from Roman mythology, where it served as Jupiter’s companion and carried Ganymede to the heavens to serve as cup-bearer to the gods, a story recounted in Ovid’s Metamorphoses. William Kent elevated furniture design to an architectural art form. Known for introducing the Palladian style to Britain, Kent frequently employed classical Roman iconography in his works, notably incorporating Roman eagle into his work, such as in his illustrations for Alexander Pope’s 1725 translation of Homer’s Odyssey. The Edinburgh cabinet-maker Francis Brodie featured a related eagle table on his tradesheet, published in 1739 (F. Bamford, Dictionary of Edinburgh Furniture-Makers, Leeds, 1983, pl. 24a). Eagle consoles are rare, but a notable example is a pair, originally at Glemham Hall, Suffolk and probably supplied to Dudley North about 1725, following his remodelling of his recently purchased house. These were sold anonymously Christie’s, New York, 13 April, 2016, lot 30 ($245,000 including premium). Such console tables served as focal point and often used to display silver or porcelain. Their design balanced opulence with a reverence for antiquity, demonstrating the 18th century’s preoccupation with aligning modern craftsmanship with the ideals of classical civilisation.

Dimensions:
Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)Depth: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)
Style:
George II (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Marble,Pine,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
United Kingdom
Period:
Early 18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1740
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Country house condition. Stable and sturdy, ready for placement. Historic chips and restored cracks commensurate with age.
Seller Location:
Richmond, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1781242834272

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