Petite 18th Century French Provincial Walnut Side Table - 22¾" x 18"

This petite French walnut side table from the 18th century displays a rustic yet elegant silhouette. The rectangular top with softly rounded corners rests above a scalloped apron and slender cabriole legs, giving the piece a graceful, understated profile. A small frieze drawer retains its brass knop, while the walnut shows a warm chocolate-brown patina with lively grain. An old restored split and a pronounced surface mark on the top add character and authenticity.

Made for country interiors, the table reflects the French provincial tradition, where the curves of Louis XV design were reinterpreted with simplicity and practicality. Walnut, the favored wood of rural workshops, enriches the piece with depth of tone and lasting strength. Compact and versatile, it works well as a nightstand or as an accent beside a chair, where a vase of wild blooms or dried herbs can enhance its rustic charm, bringing the warmth of French country style into both traditional and modern rooms.