Pair of Rustic Oak Side Tables, France 1950s
















Pair of Rustic Oak Side Tables, France 1950s
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Price category: 1,000 - 2,500 usd / eur
This pair of rustic oak side tables from 1950s France exemplifies the honest simplicity and material warmth that define rural European craftsmanship. Modest in scale yet full of character, they embody a functional, unpretentious approach to design, where utility and natural beauty are inseparable.
Each table features a circular top with a small, intentional crescent notch cut from the edge. This subtle design detail adds visual interest and distinguishes them from purely conventional round-top pieces. The tops rest on three cylindrical splayed legs, offering stability while tapering slightly to keep the silhouette light and unadorned. Their robust, solid-oak construction ensures longevity, while their restrained forms allow the material itself to take centre stage. The visible grain patterns and warm patina of the oak speak to decades of gentle use, enhancing their appeal with a sense of history and authenticity. As a pair, they offer balance and symmetry, yet each retains the unique marks of its handcrafted origin, an enduring testament to mid-century rural French design.
Versatile in function, these tables can serve as statement side tables, stools, or even as decorative accents in a variety of settings. Their timeless, elemental design makes them suitable for both rustic and modern interiors, bridging past and present with quiet confidence.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
Dimensions:
Larger Table
15.74 in W x 13.18 in D x 18.30 in H
40 cm W x 33.5 cm D x 46.5 cm H
Smaller table
11.81 in W x 10.03 in D x 14.17 in H
30 cm W x 25.5 cm D x 36 cm H