Round Coffee Table in Walnut Burl with St. George and the Dragon Inlay. A piece of furniture distinguished by the complexity of its workmanship and the quality of its materials. It is a piece of classic style furniture, likely attributable to European artistic production (often Italian or English) of the 19th century, or of Neo-Renaissance/Eclectic inspiration. The top is the true protagonist of the piece, characterized by a rich decoration in walnut burl, recognizable by its typical tormented and 'eyed' grain that creates a deep, marble-like visual effect. At the center, a valuable boxwood inlay depicts St. George and the Dragon, a classic iconography symbolizing the victory of good over evil. The central figure is enclosed within a thin circular frame, with four cardinal point floral motifs that echo the Baroque or Renaissance style. The perimeter of the top features a raised carved band with foliage motifs (acanthus), which gives the structure thickness and visual importance. The pedestal is richly turned and carved. It features a central bulb decorated with fluting and acanthus leaves, ensuring solidity and aesthetic continuity with the rest of the furniture. The table rests on a three-legged base decorated with volute carvings and ending in scroll or 'paw' feet, typical of artistic cabinetmaking. The three-legged design is not only elegant but also ensures excellent stability on uneven surfaces. In good condition, apart from minor losses of burl on the top, consistent with its late 1800s dating. The indicated price does not include shipping costs. Period: 1880 Height: 75 cm Diameter: 49 cm
