Brass & Wood Empire Marquetry Dining Table

Design Inspiration

Drawing from the grandeur of the French Empire and Neoclassical periods, this Brass & Wood dining table commands presence in any formal setting. The rectangular top is framed by a precisely ruled border inlay, from which flowing acanthus scrolls and symmetrical foliate cartouches radiate across the deep mahogany-toned surface — a composition that recalls the opulent interiors of 19th-century palatial dining rooms.

Materials & Finish

The table top is crafted from solid wood finished to a mirror-like high gloss, showcasing richly figured veneer with warm reddish-brown tones. Elaborate hand-cut marquetry inlays in lighter wood and mother-of-pearl accents create the ornamental surface patterns. The apron is dressed with a continuous gilded brass ormolu frieze of interlocking laurel and acanthus, while the sabre-style legs terminate in brass sabots. A cream-lacquered banding separates the top from the brass-trimmed apron.

Craftsmanship

Each table is entirely handcrafted by Brass & Wood artisans in Cairo. The marquetry work is hand-cut and individually fitted, the ormolu brass casting is hand-finished, and the high-gloss lacquer surface is built up through multiple hand-applied coats and hand-polished to a flawless mirror finish. This level of craft ensures no two pieces are identical.

Seating Capacity Options

This configurable dining table is available in 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, and 32 seating capacity options to suit intimate family gatherings and grand palatial banquets alike. Select your preferred capacity from the variant selector above.